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Simeone omits Julián Álvarez from squad for Marseille pre-season match

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 14, 2026, 6:50 AM

Last updated Aug 14, 2026

Simeone omits Julián Álvarez from squad for Marseille pre-season match

Summary

Diego Pablo Simeone has announced Atlético de Madrid’s squad for the pre-season fixture against Olympique de Marseille on August 14. Julián Álvarez will not travel to France, remaining in Madrid amid speculation regarding his future with the club. His omission raises questions about a potential departure as the summer transfer window nears its end. New signings, including left-back Alejandro Grimaldo, will be part of the traveling squad, which aims to finalize tactics before the upcoming league season.

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By the Numbers

•Julián Álvarez remains in Madrid, fueling transfer speculation.
•Simeone’s squad includes new faces like Alejandro Grimaldo.
•The match against Marseille serves as a final pre-season test.
•Atlético looks to finalize tactical preparations before the league start.

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6:50 AMYahoo Sports — ❌ No trip to Marseille, Simeone leaves Julián Álvarez in Madrid

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Diego Pablo Simeone has announced Atlético de Madrid’s official squad for the final pre-season fixture against Olympique de Marseille. The main talking point in the rojiblancos’ travelling party ...
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