Laporta's jab at Atlético: "they're acting offended"

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Joan Laporta has explained the transfer market of FC Barcelona and has given his opinion on the failed attempt to sign Julián Álvarez, a 26-year-old forward, during the last summer transfer window. The president states that there were direct conversations with Miguel Ángel Gil Marín and an offer of 100 million euros, but Atlético de Madrid ended up rejecting the deal.

Laporta addressed the issue this Saturday during the General Assembly of Compromising Members. According to his account, Barça followed the standard procedure: first, they established contact between the clubs, and then, the president personally spoke with Gil Marín to understand the conditions for potential negotiations.

🗣️ Joan Laporta responds to Atlético de Madrid: "They acted offended because they had no way to justify their attitude. In the end, they revealed their true intentions, admitting they wanted to sell Julián, just not to Barcelona."
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Joan Laporta explains the negotiation for Julián Álvarez

The president maintains that Atlético de Madrid's initial response was linked to the lack of a substitute for Julián Álvarez. Barça then left open the possibility to resume talks if the Madrid-based team found an alternative for their attack.

The deal had specific figures. FC Barcelona presented an offer of 100 million euros, with a payment system divided into three installments. At the end of July, Laporta set a deadline for the offer because the sports management needed to move forward with their planning.

Atlético remained firm, and the Argentine continued in Madrid. Álvarez is under contract until June 30, 2030, having arrived from Manchester City in 2024, so the Madrid club retains control over his future.

Laporta believes that Atlético's stance changed during those discussions. The president informed the members that he received information indicating a willingness to sell the forward to other teams but not to Barcelona. That is the version provided by the Barça leader regarding a conflict that marked much of the transfer window.

Atlético de Madrid keeps Julián Álvarez

The deal was not only halted due to differences between the clubs. During the summer, Atlético maintained a strong position with the player and also turned down proposals from other teams. The Madrid club has set his release clause at 500 million euros.

Álvarez is currently under the command of Diego Simeone. After recently experiencing a muscle overload, the forward has returned to training with the team and is available for the derby against Real Madrid this Sunday.

They haven't forgotten Julián, but he is no longer a priority

Barcelona has not completely erased his name. In September, Deco publicly defended the club's actions during the negotiations and confirmed that a structured proposal was made to try to secure the signing.

Laporta, however, wanted to close the episode during the Assembly and indicated that the club is content with its current squad. The next move will depend on whether Julián Álvarez becomes available again in future markets, but any new attempt by Joan Laporta will first require a change in Atlético's stance.

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