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Barcelona rule out Alvarez deal - Thursday's gossip

Barcelona have reportedly stepped back from pursuing Julian Alvarez, leaving the forward to weigh his options regarding potential interest from Arsenal or Paris St-Germain, alongside the possibility of remaining with Atletico Madrid. Meanwhile, Liverpool intend to block any attempts by Bayern Munich to acquire Florian Wirtz during the upcoming winter window, though the Bundesliga side could potentially monitor the situation next summer if Michael Olise rejects a contract extension.

Chelsea have shifted their midfield recruitment focus toward Alex Scott and Adam Wharton, cooling their previous interest in Lamine Camara. In other developments, hope to secure Emi Buendia with a fresh agreement following his strong performances, faces an uncertain future at as his contract winds down toward next summer, and David Alaba is reportedly lined up to join following his departure from .