PSG’s renewed pursuit of Julián Álvarez gains a new ally
In a quiet office on the Rue de la Boétie, a phone rings and the name Julián Álvarez is mentioned, signalling a possible shift in his transfer saga. The Argentine forward has terminated his long‑standing partnership with agent Fernando Hidalgo, a move that could reignite Paris Saint‑Germain’s pursuit. The change was confirmed by AS, which noted the summer had been particularly turbulent for the striker’s future.
Agent switch opens a new door
Álvarez’s father, Gustavo Álvarez, has now taken charge of finding fresh representation. The name that has emerged is former PSG midfielder Javier Pastore, whose agency The Elegant Game is reportedly positioning itself to safeguard the Argentine’s interests. Pastore’s involvement is described as a “new door” in the dossier, suggesting a more direct line of communication with Paris.
According to the same source, discussions are already advanced, and an official announcement could arrive soon. The shift does not guarantee an immediate move to Paris, but insiders believe it may smooth future negotiations, especially given Pastore’s intimate knowledge of PSG from his 2011‑2018 spell at the club.
PSG interest meets Atlético’s firm stance
PSG had already signalled interest in Álvarez earlier this year, with AS reporting that the French giants were among the clubs, alongside Arsenal, that had been in contact with the player’s camp in June. However, the primary obstacle remains Atlético de Madrid, which has a contract with the striker running until 2030 and has consistently rejected overtures.
Atlético famously turned down a bid from FC Barcelona this summer, despite the Catalan club’s desire to secure the forward. Barcelona has now closed the door, leaving PSG as a potential serious contender should Álvarez decide to depart Madrid in the coming months.
If Pastore becomes Álvarez’s new intermediary, PSG would gain a privileged contact, potentially accelerating any future deal. Social‑media commentary echoes the sentiment, with pundits noting that a Pastore‑led representation could “thicken the PSG pathway” and revive the transfer narrative.