Julian Alvarez cuts ties with agent as he seeks Atletico Madrid exit with Arsenal circling

Julian Alvarez has ended his relationship with his agent as he seeks to leave Atletico Madrid, with Arsenal reviving its interest in the striker.

• Alvarez ended his relationship with agent Fernando Hidalgo and is close to appointing Javier Pastore to represent him.
• The Daily Star reported Alvarez is ready to reconsider a January move to Arsenal after his earlier Barcelona-only preference.
• Atletico chief executive Miguel Angel Gil Marin said the player received very bad advice and was deceived.
• Alvarez has yet to score for Atletico Madrid this season.