Julian Alvarez booed by Atletico Madrid fans ahead of Villarreal match
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 23, 2026, 3:18 PM
Last updated Aug 23, 2026
Julian Alvarez, a target for FC Barcelona, faced heavy booing from Atletico Madrid fans at the Metropolitano Stadium. During the pre-match announcement before Atletico's La Liga game against Villarreal, Alvarez's name prompted significant crowd displeasure. This response follows revelations of his interest in joining Barcelona and Atletico Madrid's refusal to negotiate his transfer. Reports indicate unrest among his teammates regarding his attitude, and Atletico president Enrique Cerezo commented on Barcelona's lack of action regarding Alvarez. With the transfer window closing soon, speculation continues about a possible move to Barcelona.
- •Alvarez was booed during the team announcement at the Metropolitano.
- •He is reportedly interested in transferring to FC Barcelona.
- •Atletico Madrid signed Alvarez from Manchester City in 2024.
- •Teammates reportedly feel uncomfortable with Alvarez's attitude.
- •The transfer window is closing soon, raising speculation about his future.
- 4:00 PMYahoo Sports — Barcelona top target loudly booed by Atletico Madrid fans amid ongoing transfer pursuit
- 3:18 PMYahoo Sports — Barcelona Target Julian Alvarez Heavily Booed By Atletico Madrid Fans (VIDEO)
"Barcelona have been heavily involved in the pursuit of Julian Alvarez from Atletico Madrid as their new number nine this summer.The Catalans lost Robert Lewandowski at the end of last season and saw F...
"FC Barcelona target Julian Alvarez has been heavily booed by Atletico Madrid fans at the Metropolitano, as shown by various videos posted on social media.
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External links- Yahoo SportsAug 23, 2026, 4:00 PMBarcelona top target loudly booed by Atletico Madrid fans amid ongoing transfer pursuit
Barcelona have been heavily involved in the pursuit of Julian Alvarez from Atletico Madrid as their new number nine this summer.The Catalans lost Robert Lewandowski at the end of last season and saw F...
- Yahoo SportsAug 23, 2026, 3:18 PMBarcelona Target Julian Alvarez Heavily Booed By Atletico Madrid Fans (VIDEO)
FC Barcelona target Julian Alvarez has been heavily booed by Atletico Madrid fans at the Metropolitano, as shown by various videos posted on social media.
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