Julian Alvarez exit from Atletico Madrid now expected as Simeone loses patience

Julian Alvarez is likely to leave Atletico Madrid after Diego Simeone expressed impatience with the striker's public desire to transfer. Reports indicate that Simeone no longer envisions a future with Alvarez at the club. Barcelona remains interested, despite Atletico's reluctance to sell to a domestic rival. The situation is shifting towards the conditions of Alvarez's transfer, with Atletico preferring an international deal. Simeone's stance suggests a quicker resolution is preferred for all parties involved.

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