Diego Simeone approves possible transfer of Julian Alvarez this summer

Diego Simeone has reportedly authorized Atletico Madrid to consider selling Julian Alvarez, who has drawn interest from Barcelona. With less than a week left in the transfer window, Barcelona has made a €100 million offer, while Arsenal has reportedly presented a higher bid of up to €135 million. Despite Atletico's financial incentive to sell to Arsenal, Alvarez prefers a move to Barcelona, citing personal and family reasons for wanting to remain in Spain. Simeone's decision to permit the sale indicates his frustration with the ongoing distraction surrounding the player's future, as Atletico has maintained a firm stance against strengthening a rival in La Liga.

• 7:00 AMYahoo Sports — Diego Simeone gives green light for Barcelona target Julian Alvarez’s summer sale – report