Multiple reports have confirmed that Barcelona have made their first official bid for Julian Alvarez by submitting a formal offer. The Atletico forward has long been admired by the interested team, who see him as the perfect addition to their squad ahead of the run-in. Whether the current offer will be enough to tempt Atletico to part with a prized asset remains to be seen. Real Madrid, Arsenal and Chelsea may look to intervene if talks continue without resolution. At 2.73 goals scored per game this season, Barcelona already pose a big threat. Julian Alvarez would be expected to maintain that level and give them another reliable option in attack. Alongside this, Atletico are said to be exploring Morten Hjulmand, Viktor Gyokeres and Alex Grimaldo with Barcelona likewise connected to Ayyoub Bouaddi, Benjamin Sesko and Andrea Cambiaso. Can't get enough Barcelona transfer rumours? Follow @PlayerSwitchCom on Twitter for the latest transfer news as it happens.