Atlético's Revenge Against Barcelona for Julián Álvarez is Already Underway

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Marc Bernal has become one of the key names in the FC Barcelona transfer market, even though they have no intention of letting him go. In discussions held over the past few weeks with Atlético de Madrid to finalize the signing of Julián Álvarez, the young midfielder emerged as one of the players generating the most interest at the red and white club. However, the 'azulgrana' response was clear: the academy player is non-transferable.

According to MundoDeportivo, negotiations between both clubs did take place and were publicly acknowledged by Joan Laporta during his arrival in Dallas, where he highlighted the good institutional relationship with Miguel Ángel Gil Marín. The Barcelona president confirmed the existence of a fluid dialogue between both entities, though that does not mean Barça is willing to negotiate for any of its players.

Marc Bernal convinces Hansi Flick and puts an end to any debate

Atlético de Madrid's interest in Marc Bernal is not new. Diego Pablo Simeone has been following the evolution of the Catalan midfielder for a while, convinced that he has all the qualities to become one of the best defensive midfielders in Spanish football over the next decade.

However, within FC Barcelona, they believe that his future must go through the Spotify Camp Nou. The player renewed his contract in September 2025 until June 30, 2029, an agreement that also includes a spectacular €500 million release clause, a figure reserved solely for the great talents from the Blaugrana academy.

At just 19 years old, Bernal embodies the type of midfielder that Hansi Flick aims to solidify in his project. His tactical intelligence, ability to recover balls, and quality in building play make him a player with significant growth potential.

A recovery that reinforced his position

The previous season was not easy for the Spanish U-21 international. In August 2024, just a few days after his LaLiga debut, he suffered a serious anterior cruciate ligament tear in his left knee, an injury that halted his progress abruptly.

Nevertheless, the work done during his recovery allowed him to come back fully competitive. Flick carefully managed his minutes until he once again became an important player in the first-team rotation.

Throughout the season, he played 33 official matches and accumulated 1,313 minutes, demonstrating the growing trust the German coach has in one of La Masia's most promising talents.

Atlético de Madrid insisted during the discussions

The conversations between both clubs not only revolved around the economic proposal to acquire Julián Álvarez. FC Barcelona even put forward an offer close to €100 million and considered the option of including less prominent players from Flick's squad to try to bridge the gap.

However, Atlético de Madrid had a very different goal. According to various sources close to the negotiation, Simeone insisted particularly on the possibility of bringing in Marc Bernal, convinced that he would be a strategic addition to strengthen the red and white midfield for many years.

The Barcelona response was immediate. The club believes the midfielder is part of the core of the sporting project and did not even consider initiating negotiations for him.

The midfielder only thinks about succeeding with FC Barcelona

Beyond the interest from other clubs, the player himself does not contemplate changing environments. His absolute priority remains firmly establishing himself in the FC Barcelona first team and increasing his prominence during the upcoming LaLiga season.

Some months ago, a meeting between his representative, Raúl Verdú, and members of the red and white sporting direction came to light, sparking numerous rumors about a potential approach. However, those close to the player always insisted that the conversation was not related to Bernal's future.

With Flick's full confidence, a long-term contract, and an almost inaccessible release clause, everything suggests that the midfielder will remain a fundamental piece of the Blaugrana project.

While Atlético de Madrid continues to search for ways to strengthen their squad, FC Barcelona maintains an unwavering stance. Marc Bernal is considered one of the pillars of the club's future and, barring a completely unexpected turn of events, will not leave the Blaugrana this summer.

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