Atletico Madrid considers lowering Alvarez's release clause with conditions
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 16, 2026, 7:25 AM
Last updated Sep 16, 2026
Atletico Madrid is reportedly willing to reduce Julian Alvarez's €500 million release clause if he scores at least 20 goals this season. Alvarez had sought a move to Barcelona but remained at Atletico after the transfer failed. The striker has featured in three matches so far this season. While Barcelona has made a strong start, they might still need Alvarez's services if injury strikes their current attacking line.
- •Alvarez was a top target for Barcelona last summer.
- •The release clause prevented his transfer to Barcelona.
- •Atletico Madrid's president stated the clause could be reduced with conditions.
- •Alvarez has already played three matches this season.
- •Barcelona may still pursue Alvarez in January or next summer.
- 7:25 AMYahoo Sports — Atletico Madrid have promised to lower Barcelona target Julian Alvarez’s release clause on one condition – report
"Julian Alvarez was the most talked-about player in the transfer market this past summer, as his bid to force a move to Barcelona failed sensationally, with the player ending up remaining at Atletico M...
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