Atletico Madrid sets deadline for Julian Alvarez amid training absence
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 28, 2026, 1:05 PM
Last updated Aug 28, 2026
Atletico Madrid has set today as a deadline for Julian Alvarez as he continues to miss training sessions, having been absent for four days. Concerns are growing regarding the player's well-being, as he has reportedly faced mental health issues linked to the uncertainty surrounding his potential move. Alvarez has expressed a desire to join Barcelona, but Atletico's stance has complicated negotiations, with the club pushing for a move to Arsenal instead. Meetings involving the player's family and representatives are ongoing, and the outcome is expected to unfold by tonight.
- •Julian Alvarez has missed training for four consecutive days.
- •Atletico Madrid unhappy with Alvarez's prolonged absence.
- •Today is the deadline for Alvarez to decide his future.
- •Alvarez's family and club are in ongoing discussions.
- •Transfer options include an apology to stay or a move to Arsenal.
- 4:00 PMYahoo Sports — Atletico Stand Firm as Julian Alvarez Exit Push Fuels Rumours
- 1:05 PMYahoo Sports — Atletico Madrid set today as deadline for Julian Alvarez decision after four-day training absence
"Julian Alvarez missed Atletico Madrid training earlier this week, triggering speculation that the Argentina international had informed the club he was suffering from depression. His agent, Fernando Hi...
"The Julian Alvarez transfer saga is now taking an ugly turn as it has come to light that the situation is taking a toll on the player’s mental health.The Argentine star has been clear about his desi...
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External links- Yahoo SportsAug 30, 2026, 4:00 PMAtletico Stand Firm as Julian Alvarez Exit Push Fuels Rumours
Julian Alvarez missed Atletico Madrid training earlier this week, triggering speculation that the Argentina international had informed the club he was suffering from depression. His agent, Fernando Hi...
- Yahoo SportsAug 28, 2026, 1:05 PMAtletico Madrid set today as deadline for Julian Alvarez decision after four-day training absence
The Julian Alvarez transfer saga is now taking an ugly turn as it has come to light that the situation is taking a toll on the player’s mental health.The Argentine star has been clear about his desi...
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