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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.

Javi

·5 min read

Rodri Hernández acknowledges the Spotify Camp Nou crowd during his official debut for FC Barcelona against Athletic Club.

FC BarcelonaLaLiga27 August 2026

Rodri makes Barcelona debut: idol's ovation, but no tribute to world champions

Rodri Hernández played his first official minutes for FC Barcelona in the win against Athletic Club. The Ballon d'Or winner came on in the 62nd minute for Marc Bernal and received a thunderous ovation from the Spotify Camp Nou crowd, although the club suspended the planned tribute to the eleven world champions present at the match due to the tension following the incidents in Elche.

varela·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.

Javi

·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'.

Javi

·7 min read

Atlético Madrid club crest on an official statement about Julián Álvarez's future amid interest from FC Barcelona

TransfersAtlético Madrid27 August 2026

Atlético Madrid backs Gil Marín and rules out any Barcelona talks for Julián Álvarez

Atlético Madrid's Board of Directors, backed by investment fund Apollo, issued a strong statement to make its position clear on Julián Álvarez: the club will not negotiate his transfer with FC Barcelona. The club believes the Catalan side has failed to meet ethical and professional standards of respect between institutions. The decision is unanimous and supported by all main shareholders.

varela·5 min read

Aerial view of the renovated Spotify Camp Nou with the pitch lit up and the stands visible on a clear day.

Champions LeagueFC Barcelona27 August 2026

Camp Nou leads race to host the 2029 Champions League final

UEFA will announce the host city for the 2029 Champions League final this September, and Barcelona's Camp Nou has moved ahead of Wembley. The stadium's 105,000-seat capacity and Barcelona's return to normal institutional relations with UEFA strengthen the Spanish bid. The Camp Nou has not staged a final of Europe's top club competition since 1999.

Natilla·5 min read

Kylian Mbappé celebrates one of his three goals against Real Sociedad in a LaLiga EA Sports match.

LaLigaFC Barcelona26 August 2026

LaLiga 2026-27 Pichichi: Mbappé takes lead with hat-trick vs Real Sociedad

Kylian Mbappé has moved to the top of the LaLiga 2026-27 Pichichi standings after scoring a hat-trick against Real Sociedad in the second round of fixtures. The French forward, who failed to score on the opening matchday, now overtakes Aubameyang, Raphinha, Fermín, Mariano and Roberto Fernández, all level on two goals. Mbappé is chasing the top scorer award for the third consecutive season.

InfoBlaugrana

·5 min read

Julian Alvarez warms up on the touchline in an Atletico Madrid shirt as fans at the Metropolitano react from the stands.

Atlético MadridFC Barcelona26 August 2026

Atletico Madrid tell Barcelona there is '0% chance' of signing Julian Alvarez

Atletico Madrid have hit back at Barcelona once again over Julian Alvarez. After Joan Laporta repeated the club's interest in the forward, Atletico insist there is no possibility of selling the Argentina international to the Catalan side. The row between the two boards is escalating with the transfer deadline just days away.

varela·6 min read

Barcelona president Joan Laporta explains the club's decision to cancel the World Cup tribute and organise a Catalan independence flag display at the Spotify Camp Nou.

FC BarcelonaRules & refereeing26 August 2026

Barcelona scrap World Cup winners tribute after police clashes and plan Catalan independence flag display at Camp Nou

Barcelona have called off the planned ceremony to honour their Spain internationals who won the World Cup before Thursday's match against Athletic Club. Club president Joan Laporta announced that Catalan independence flags will be handed out at the Spotify Camp Nou instead. The decision follows violent clashes between police and supporters displaying the flag at the season opener in Elche.

varela·6 min read

FC Barcelona fans wave estelada flags in the stands of the Spotify Camp Nou during a LaLiga match.

FC BarcelonaLaLiga26 August 2026

Barcelona replaces World Cup champions tribute with estelada rally at Camp Nou

FC Barcelona has decided not to join the tribute to Spain's World Cup winners taking place at LaLiga stadiums and will instead hold an estelada rally at the Spotify Camp Nou, club president Joan Laporta confirmed. The change comes after police charges against Barcelona fans in Elche, with the club demanding respect for the Catalan pro-independence flag.

Natilla·5 min read