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Julián Alvarez training with Atlético Madrid at the club's Majadahonda training ground
Atlético MadridFC Barcelona28 August 2026

Julián Alvarez misses third straight Atlético training session as transfer saga drags on

Julián Alvarez sat out Atlético Madrid's training session on Friday for the third consecutive day, officially due to illness that has now stretched far beyond a routine absence. The Argentine striker is expected to miss the league match against Sevilla while the club rules out any move to FC Barcelona and points to Arsenal as the only possible alternative.

JaviJaviVerified account·5 min read
Julian Alvarez celebrates a goal for Atletico Madrid in front of a packed stadium.
ArsenalAtlético Madrid28 August 2026

Arsenal still in the race for Julian Alvarez after Atletico's hardline stance on Barcelona

Arsenal remain in the hunt for Julian Alvarez after Atletico Madrid made clear they will never sell the Argentine forward to Barcelona. The London club has been working on the deal for months, betting that the Catalan side would fail to complete the operation. Any move would require a package of around €150 million and could see another attacker head to the Metropolitano.

NatillaNatilla·6 min read
Atletico Madrid chief executive Miguel Angel Gil Marin speaking about Julian Alvarez's future during a television interview.
Atlético MadridFC Barcelona27 August 2026

Atletico Madrid chief: Julian Alvarez will 'never, ever' be sold to Barcelona

Atletico Madrid's chief executive Miguel Angel Gil Marin has shut the door on Barcelona's pursuit of Julian Alvarez, accusing the Catalan club of dishonesty and insisting the Argentina forward will not be sold to them under any circumstances. The strong response came one day after Barcelona president Joan Laporta said his club remained very interested in signing the World Cup winner.

JaviJaviVerified account·6 min read
Atletico Madrid CEO Miguel Angel Gil Marin speaks to reporters in Monaco during the 2026-27 Champions League draw as the Julian Alvarez transfer row with Barcelona intensifies.
Atlético MadridFC Barcelona27 August 2026

Atletico Madrid rule out Barcelona move for Julian Alvarez as feud escalates

Atletico Madrid's CEO Miguel Angel Gil Marin insists Julian Alvarez will not be sold to Barcelona 'under any circumstances' as the war of words between the two LaLiga giants reaches fever pitch. Alvarez has missed two straight training sessions through illness and Barcelona vice-president Rafa Yuste hit back at Gil Marin, calling his remarks 'out of line' and 'disrespectful'.

JaviJaviVerified account·7 min read