Atletico Madrid sets August 10 deadline for Alvarez amid Barcelona interest
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 22, 2026, 4:00 PM
Last updated Jul 22, 2026
Atletico Madrid has instructed Julian Alvarez to report for pre-season training on August 10. This comes as Barcelona aims to finalize a transfer for the Argentine forward following their rejected bid. Alvarez's desire to leave Atletico emerged during the recent World Cup, where he represented Argentina. Atletico has consistently stated that Alvarez is not for sale this summer, while Barcelona president Joan Laporta argues against retaining unhappy players. If an agreement is not reached in the coming week, Barcelona may seek alternative targets.
- •Alvarez to return for pre-season on August 10.
- •Barcelona's interest in Alvarez continues despite rejected bid.
- •Atletico insists Alvarez is not for sale this summer.
- •Laporta advocates for addressing player discontent quickly.
- •Barcelona may explore other options if no deal is made soon.
- 4:00 PMYahoo Sports — Atletico Madrid Set August 10 Deadline Amid Barcelona’s Alvarez Push
"Atletico Madrid have told Julian Alvarez to report back for pre-season preparations on August 10, according to Marca, with the Catalans expected to continue their efforts to sign Alvarez for the next ...
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