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Atletico Madrid's Simeone plans for Alvarez in league opener against Malaga

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 7, 2026, 6:20 AM

Last updated Aug 7, 2026

Atletico Madrid's Simeone plans for Alvarez in league opener against Malaga

Summary

Atletico Madrid coach Diego Simeone intends to include Julian Alvarez in the team's league opener against Malaga on August 19. Alvarez, who has expressed a desire to leave for Barcelona, is set to return to training on August 10 after extended discussions about his future. Atletico has maintained a firm stance against selling Alvarez, even filing a complaint against Barcelona regarding the transfer interest. Simeone is focused on getting Alvarez fit ahead of the first match of the new season.

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Status Watch

•Simeone counting on Alvarez for the opening match against Malaga.
•Alvarez expected to join training on August 10.
•Atletico Madrid remains firm against selling Alvarez to Barcelona.
•Complaint filed by Atletico against Barcelona over transfer interest.
•Alvarez's meeting with Simeone about his future planned for next week.

Latest Updates

6:20 AMYahoo Sports — Atletico Madrid coach plans to include Barcelona top target in league opener against Malaga

What they're saying

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While Julian Alvarez might have hoped for something different, it appears the player has no choice but to return to training at Atletico Madrid on August 10.The Argentine has made no secret of his des...
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