Simeone won't start Alvarez in the La Liga opener
Atlético head coach Diego Simeone said that forward Julián Álvarez will not play in the Madrid team’s La Liga opener against Málaga. The Argentine soccer player is at the center of a transfer saga involving his possible move to Barcelona.
The 26-year-old Álvarez joined Atlético from Manchester City in 2024 for 75 million euros. He has publicly stated that he discussed a potential transfer with the club in order to fulfill his dream. Spanish media have linked the player to Barcelona.
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Atlético CEO Miguel Ángel Gil Marín previously stated that the club would not agree to sell one of its key players even for 200 million euros. Simeone emphasized that this position is final, and the coaching staff wants to support the player so he can maintain his reputation.
According to Simeone, Álvarez needs more training to get into top form. The coach hopes the forward will be able to play in Sunday’s home match against Villarreal. Álvarez has scored 49 goals in 106 matches for Atlético.
