Julián Álvarez, eclipsed by Atlético de Madrid

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17/10/26 14:00:00

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Julián Álvarez returned to Atlético de Madrid's dynamics this Wednesday and has already had a conversation with Diego Simeone, who has assured him that he counts on him for the season. The meeting comes as the possibility of Argentine forward joining Barcelona loses strength, especially with Alexander Sorloth being injured for about a month. 

Julián Álvarez resumes work with Simeone

Álvarez has completed his first training session with the group after rejoining Atlético following the World Cup. The forward has been able to speak directly with Simeone, who has conveyed that he is part of his plans for the 2026/27 season. 

The conversation comes after weeks marked by Barcelona's interest and Álvarez's intention to consider a move. According to information published this Wednesday, the player does not intend to force the situation, and the final decision lies with Atlético's management. 

The sporting context also favors his continuity. Sorloth suffered a muscle injury during training and will be out for around four weeks, depriving Simeone of an offensive alternative for the start of LaLiga. 

Barcelona's options decrease for Julián Álvarez

Barcelona has been monitoring Álvarez's situation for months, but the current scenario complicates the operation. Atlético maintains its refusal to let the Argentine go, and according to recent reports, the possibility of a transfer to the Catalans is currently blocked. 

The contractual situation also goes against Barça. Álvarez is under contract with Atlético de Madrid until June 30, 2030, with a release clause set at 500 million euros, a figure that places any negotiation outside the usual market parameters. 

In addition, Atlético has already turned down significant offers. According to information circulated this Wednesday, the Madrid club rejected an offer close to 100 million euros from Barcelona while maintaining its stance of not negotiating the forward's exit. 

Simeone sticks to his choice

Simeone had publicly defended during the summer that Álvarez was a key piece in his plans. The Argentine coach explained in July that he wanted to build the team's offensive play around the forward, despite the speculation surrounding his potential departure. 

Now, their reunion reinforces that position. Julián Álvarez is back training with Atlético de Madrid, while Barcelona needs a change of scenario to regain standing in an operation that, at this stage of the market, appears increasingly complex. 

The next step will be to see if Barça alters its strategy over the remaining weeks before the market closes or if Álvarez remains in Madrid. With Sorloth out for approximately a month and Simeone counting on him, Julián Álvarez now has more sporting reasons to stay at Atlético. 

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