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Atletico Madrid confirms Alvarez will not join Arsenal this summer

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 19, 2026, 9:30 AM

Last updated Aug 19, 2026

Atletico Madrid confirms Alvarez will not join Arsenal this summer

Summary

Atletico Madrid has made a unanimous decision to retain Julian Alvarez for the upcoming season, rejecting Arsenal's pursuit of the player. Multiple attempts from Arsenal to negotiate a transfer have been rebuffed, with Atletico Madrid insisting Alvarez will remain despite interest from other top clubs including Real Madrid and Barcelona. The club's leadership, including manager Diego Simeone, has emphasized that Alvarez is a crucial part of their plans. This decision signifies a significant setback for Arsenal, who will now need to seek other options to bolster their attack ahead of the new season.

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By the Numbers

•Atletico Madrid has ruled out selling Julian Alvarez to Arsenal.
•Interest in Alvarez also came from Real Madrid and Barcelona.
•Alvarez is expected to accept Atletico's decision and focus on the season.
•Arsenal must now explore alternative targets for attacker positions.

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9:30 AMYahoo Sports — Atletico Madrid makes unanimous decision on the sale of Alvarez to Arsenal

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Atletico Madrid have agreed not to sell Julian Alvarez to Arsenal or any other club this summer, despite the Gunners continuing to push to add him to their squad.Alvarez is the most wanted player in t...
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