Julian Alvarez trains alone amid Arsenal transfer interest
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 28, 2026, 9:35 AM
Last updated Aug 28, 2026

Julian Alvarez has missed three consecutive training sessions with Atletico Madrid as of August 28, 2026. Initially citing illness, Alvarez now appears healthy enough to train alone following the club's decision to block a transfer to Barcelona. Atletico Madrid has confirmed they will not negotiate with Barcelona over Alvarez, while remaining open to a deal with Arsenal, with discussions described as positive. The player's future hinges on whether he chooses to join Arsenal or remain at Atletico Madrid.
- •Julian Alvarez has trained alone for three days.
- •Atletico Madrid refuses to negotiate with Barcelona over Alvarez.
- •Discussions between Arsenal and Atletico Madrid have been positive.
- •Alvarez's choice now is between Arsenal or staying with Atletico.
- 9:35 AMYahoo Sports — Arsenal transfer target now training alone
"Julian Alvarez has missed team training with Atletico Madrid for the third day in a row, this time intending to train on his own.Photo by David Ramos/Getty ImagesMarca report that for the third day in...
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