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Deco travels to Madrid as Barcelona attempts to pursue Álvarez

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 23, 2026, 12:35 PM

Last updated Aug 23, 2026

Deco travels to Madrid as Barcelona attempts to pursue Álvarez

Summary

On August 23, Deco traveled to Madrid to discuss Barcelona's ongoing pursuit of Julián Álvarez. Despite Barcelona's interest, Atlético Madrid remains firm that Álvarez is not for sale, complicating negotiations. Deco's meeting with Álvarez's agent, Fernando Hidalgo, aimed to refine Barcelona's strategy after a €100 million offer was rejected. Communication between the two clubs has deteriorated; Atlético's leadership perceives Barcelona and Real Madrid as threats. While Barcelona is prepared to submit a revised offer, the relationship between the clubs poses significant obstacles to any potential agreement.

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By the Numbers

•Deco met with Fernando Hidalgo in Madrid to discuss transfer strategy.
•Atlético Madrid insists Julián Álvarez is not for sale.
•Barcelona's initial €100 million offer was rejected.
•Communication breakdown between Barcelona and Atlético hampers negotiations.
•Álvarez's public transfer request complicates the situation.

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12:35 PMYahoo Sports — Deco Travels to Madrid as Barcelona Keep Álvarez Pursuit Alive

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Barcelona have not walked away from Julián Álvarez, but Atlético Madrid remain adamant that they will not sell. That impasse was at the centre of Deco’s discreet trip to Madrid, where the Barcelo...
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