Julián Álvarez, trapped between Atlético de Madrid and Barcelona: conflicting promises and an exit that isn't unfolding
oglobo27 August 2026 at 11:25
The conflict between Julián Álvarez and Atlético de Madrid involves three distinct positions: the Argentine striker wants to leave the Madrid club to play for Barcelona, Atlético maintains that it does not need to sell him, let alone to a direct rival, and Barcelona is waiting for the player to force his departure to close the deal on the terms desired by Madrid. The case began in September 2025, when Simeone substituted Julián still in the first half against Mallorca, after the player had missed a penalty. With conflicting versions about promises made and a relationship that has deteriorated, the case has entered a decisive week.
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