RFEF opens disciplinary case against FC Barcelona over Julián Álvarez
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 30, 2026, 2:45 PM
Last updated Jul 30, 2026
The Royal Spanish Football Federation (RFEF) has initiated a disciplinary procedure against FC Barcelona after Atlético de Madrid's complaint from June 30. Atlético accused Barcelona of improperly contacting Julián Álvarez, who is under contract until June 2030. Barcelona's leadership views this as a routine process and plans to appeal. Álvarez remains a priority for Barcelona, although Atlético is refusing to negotiate. A crucial date is August 10, when Álvarez is expected to return for Atlético's preseason training, as Barcelona explores other attacking options amid stalled talks.
- •RFEF's case follows Atlético's complaint about contact with Julián Álvarez.
- •Atlético Madrid claims Barcelona acted outside allowed contact periods.
- •Barcelona plans an appeal, viewing the situation as routine.
- •Álvarez has expressed interest in new challenges during the World Cup.
- •August 10 is a critical date for Álvarez's return to preseason training.
- 2:45 PMYahoo Sports — ⚖️ Over Julián Álvarez: RFEF opens disciplinary proceedings against Barça
"The Royal Spanish Football Federation (RFEF) has launched an extraordinary disciplinary procedure against FC Barcelona following the complaint filed by Atlético de Madrid on June 30. The Madrid club ...
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