Morata joins Leganés as Atlético faces attacking challenge in Seville
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 29, 2026, 7:08 AM
Last updated Aug 29, 2026
Álvaro Morata has moved to CD Leganés on loan, marking a significant summer transfer in Spanish football. Atlético de Madrid will visit Sevilla without Julián Álvarez, who is unavailable after refusing to train during the transfer window. This absence raises questions about Atlético's tactical approach for the match. Meanwhile, FC Barcelona considers using Raphinha in a central attacking role as they navigate their own lineup issues. These developments come as European fixtures approach, with challenging draws for some Spanish teams in the Europa League.
- •Morata joins CD Leganés on loan from Como
- •Atlético faces Sevilla without Julián Álvarez
- •Álvarez's absence due to transfer window refusal
- •Barcelona might deploy Raphinha as a striker
- •Spanish teams preparing for challenging European draws
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"The summer transfer market has been shaken by Álvaro Morata’s surprising move to CD Leganés, while the latest sports headlines are dominated by Julián Álvarez’s absence from Atlético de Madri...
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