Barcelona opts not to respond to Atletico's comments on Alvarez transfer
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 17, 2026, 2:15 PM
Last updated Jul 17, 2026
Barcelona have decided against public comments following strong criticism from Atletico Madrid CEO Miguel Angel Gil Marin regarding the transfer of Julian Alvarez. While in New York for the World Cup final, Atletico Madrid reaffirmed their refusal to sell the Argentine striker, dismissing any potential offers. Gil Marin stated that Atletico remains firm on Alvarez's status, even responding to comments from Barcelona's president about their offer timeline. Barcelona’s management aims to avoid escalating tensions and will reassess the situation after the tournament concludes, while Alvarez's agent has also maintained silence amid ongoing speculation.
- •Barcelona chooses silence over Atletico's criticism of Alvarez pursuit.
- •Gil Marin declares Atletico will not sell Alvarez at any price.
- •Barcelona reassesses situation after World Cup final involving Alvarez.
- •Agent Fernando Hidalgo also refrains from public comments on the issue.
- 6:20 AMYahoo Sports — Barcelona president responds to Atletico Madrid CEO’s scathing attack over Julian Alvarez transfer: ‘I respect everyone’s opinion’
- 2:15 PMYahoo Sports — Barcelona choose not to respond to Atletico Madrid CEO’s statements over Julian Alvarez transfer
"Barcelona president Joan Laporta has broken his silence over Julian Alvarez, confirming that the offer submitted to Atletico Madrid has a limited validity and will expire if there is no progress befor...
"According to Mundo Deportivo, FC Barcelona have chosen not to respond publicly to Atletico Madrid CEO Miguel Angel Gil Marin following his strong criticism of the Catalan club over their pursuit of Ju...
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External links- Yahoo SportsJul 18, 2026, 6:20 AMBarcelona president responds to Atletico Madrid CEO’s scathing attack over Julian Alvarez transfer: ‘I respect everyone’s opinion’
Barcelona president Joan Laporta has broken his silence over Julian Alvarez, confirming that the offer submitted to Atletico Madrid has a limited validity and will expire if there is no progress befor...
- Yahoo SportsJul 17, 2026, 2:15 PMBarcelona choose not to respond to Atletico Madrid CEO’s statements over Julian Alvarez transfer
According to Mundo Deportivo, FC Barcelona have chosen not to respond publicly to Atletico Madrid CEO Miguel Angel Gil Marin following his strong criticism of the Catalan club over their pursuit of Ju...
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