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Julian Alvarez and Diego Simeone meeting delayed amid transfer speculation

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 10, 2026, 9:24 AM

Last updated Aug 10, 2026

Julian Alvarez and Diego Simeone meeting delayed amid transfer speculation
Summary

Julian Alvarez's planned meeting with Atletico Madrid manager Diego Simeone has been postponed to August 13. Alvarez, targeted by FC Barcelona, is currently on holiday after the World Cup. Simeone, who has returned from a friendly loss, will continue his preseason work and is reportedly not interested in selling Alvarez. Despite Simeone's comments reaffirming Atletico's position, Alvarez has expressed a desire to join Barcelona, labeling it as his 'dream'. With the transfer window closing in three weeks, negotiations could still unfold.

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  • •Alvarez's talks with Simeone shifted to August 13.
  • •Simeone wants to keep Alvarez despite Barcelona interest.
  • •Alvarez aims to fulfill his 'dream' of joining Barcelona.
  • •Atletico's La Liga opener is against Malaga on August 19.
  • •Transfer window closes in three weeks.
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  • 9:24 AMYahoo Sports — Barcelona Target Alvarez And Simeone Showdown Talks Take Key Twist
What they're saying
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Barcelona target Julian Alvarez's expected showdown talks with Atletico Madrid boss Diego Simeone have taken a key twist.

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