Atletico Madrid confirms Alvarez expected back for next match amid transfer talk

Atletico Madrid's director of football, Mateu Alemany, stated Julian Alvarez is expected to return for the next league match after missing three training sessions. Barcelona remains interested in signing Alvarez from Atletico, but the Madrid club has reiterated they will not sell him. Despite earlier tension regarding Alvarez's potential exit, Alemany emphasized he should be available for first-team duties. With the transfer window closing, the situation surrounding Alvarez remains complex as Barcelona prepares to start September without a recognized striker.

• 9:00 AMYahoo Sports — Atletico Madrid director reiterates stance on Barcelona target: ‘We expect him to be available for the next game’