Simeone closes the door on the exit for his favorite pupil

Apuesta a este partido aquí

La Liga

1 X 2

Real Betis Barcelona

17/10/26 18:30:00

6.50 5.00 1.38

 PUBLICIDAD

Cuotas validas al publicarse, sujetas a cambios. Regístrese en bet365, ingrese 5€ o más en su cuenta y conseguirá un 100% de su ingreso válido en créditos de apuesta (hasta 100€). Solo para clientes nuevos. Se aplican las condiciones. Las ganancias no incluyen el importe de los créditos de apuesta. Se aplican premios máximos, restricciones de juego, límites de tiempo y condiciones. Es necesario registrarse.

The Atlético de Madrid transfer market does not consider facilitating the departure of Pablo Barrios, a 23-year-old midfielder, despite the interest attributed to Liverpool. Diego Simeone counts on the youth academy player to strengthen his sports project, and the club has the margin to retain him thanks to the contract that binds him until 2030 and a €500 million release clause, according to recent reports.

Diego Simeone protects the future of Pablo Barrios

Barrios has gained importance in the red and white midfield since his debut with the first team in October 2022. The Argentine coach values his ability to participate in ball distribution, maintain the team's rhythm, and connect the different lines, aspects that explain his importance within the squad.

In the press conference before the match against Espanyol, held on October 16, Simeone asked for the praises not to distract the player and to keep his focus on his development. The coach did not announce negotiations about his future, but made it clear that he expects him to continue progressing and responding on the field.

Barrios' sports moment reinforces that position. On October 14, he scored against Manchester United in the red and white victory of 2-0 in the Champions League. His performance came after a period marked by muscular issues, which forced the coaching staff to carefully manage his return and playing time.

Atlético has already taken contractual measures to protect his continuity: in May 2025, they announced a renewal until June 30, 2030. Reports this week place his clause at €500 million, an amount that makes any possible exit a difficult operation to tackle.

Pablo Barrios vs United in just 60 minutes: 1 Goal 49/52 Accurate Passes 2 Chances Created 10 Passes Into Final Third 2/3 Long Balls 4 Recoveries 1 Tackle & Interception 2/3 Duels won. Elite. https://t.co/thCGiefkLE

— TheGriezmannEra🎥 (@Madz_1523) October 13, 2026

Liverpool continues to monitor Atlético's situation

The name of Liverpool appears linked to Barrios' future in the context of the interest generated by young midfielders from LaLiga in the Premier League. However, there is no public record of a formal offer from the English club or open negotiations with Atlético, so an operation cannot be considered initiated.

For the Madrid club, the immediate priority is for Barrios to regain physical continuity and maintain the level shown in his recent appearances. The newspaper El País highlighted on October 14 his progress after muscular injuries and his influence on the triumph against Manchester United, a match in which he scored in the first minute.

The red and white stance is supported both by the contract and the player's sporting role. With a link until 2030, Atlético does not need to negotiate a short-term sale and can demand high conditions if any team decides to express interest in the market.

Atlético de Madrid is in no hurry to negotiate

The next step will depend on whether Liverpool turns the alleged monitoring into a concrete proposal. As long as there is no verifiable offer, Barrios' future remains linked to Atlético, and there is no negotiation date on the table.

Meanwhile, Simeone will have to continue managing the midfielder's workload to avoid further setbacks and keep him available during a demanding season. The sports intention of Atlético de Madrid is clear: to keep Pablo Barrios as an important piece, without opening the door to an exit that, for now, has not materialized in a formal operation.

This news is an automatic translation. You can read the original news, Simeone cierra la puerta de salida a su ojito derecho