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Atlético Madrid rejects Real Madrid's $173 million bid for Julián Álvarez

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 9, 2026, 7:28 PM

Last updated Jun 9, 2026

Atlético Madrid rejects Real Madrid's $173 million bid for Julián Álvarez

Summary

Atlético Madrid has turned down a significant bid from Real Madrid for striker Julián Álvarez, which reportedly amounted to $173.24 million. Real Madrid announced the offer, stating it was made after a Board of Directors meeting. Atlético responded via social media, humorously mocking Real Madrid and reaffirming their stance regarding Álvarez's release clause. This incident follows a series of exchanges between Atlético and other La Liga clubs regarding player transfers, highlighting the ongoing tensions and rivalries within Spanish football.

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By the Numbers

•Atlético Madrid rejects Real Madrid's bid for Julián Álvarez.
•Real Madrid's offer was worth $173.24 million.
•Atlético responded with humor on social media.
•The bid escalates tensions between the two La Liga rivals.
•Álvarez scored 20 goals in 49 games last season.

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7:28 PMYahoo Sports — Julián Álvarez battle takes bizarre turn as Atlético Madrid rebuff Real Madrid’s $173 million offer

What they're saying

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Atlético Madrid has once again taken to social media to go after a La Liga rival interested in acquiring star striker Julián Álvarez's services this summer, mocking Los Blancos just as they recently did with Barcelona
— Yahoo Sports

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