Diego Simeone is making one thing clear: whatever happens with Julián Álvarez’s future, Atlético Madrid still need him on the pitch. The Argentine striker has been included in Atlético’s squad for Sunday’s Villarreal clash, marking his return after missing the opening league match. Simeone described Álvarez as an extremely important player for the team’s objectives…
Real Madrid’s attempt to sign Julián Álvarez from Atlético Madrid has already produced one of the most dramatic transfer stories of the summer. Madrid submitted a €150 million offer for the Argentina striker, but Atlético rejected it outright. The forward’s contract runs until 2030 and contains a reported €500 million release clause, giving Atlético an…
Arsenal are positioning themselves to move for Julian Alvarez if the Argentine forward signals he is ready to leave Atletico Madrid before the transfer window closes, with sporting director Andrea Berta maintaining regular contact with the player’s representatives. The 26-year-old, who joined Atletico from Manchester City in a deal worth around €95 million in 2024,…
Atlético Madrid have reiterated that Julián Álvarez is not for sale, despite renewed interest from Barcelona following the FIFA World Cup. Club president Enrique Cerezo insisted the Argentine forward remains part of Atlético’s long-term plans, even after the player publicly admitted his dream is to play for Barcelona. Barcelona president Joan Laporta confirmed that the…
Argentina beat ten-man Switzerland 2-1 in the early hours of Sunday in Kansas City to reach the semifinals of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The South American giants will face England on Wednesday in the second semifinals game. The contest seemed set for penalty shootout before Atletico Madrid striker Julian Alvarez curled an unstoppable 25-yard…
