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Simeone plans to build Atletico Madrid around Alvarez

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 18, 2026, 12:12 PM

Last updated Aug 18, 2026

Simeone plans to build Atletico Madrid around Alvarez

Summary

Diego Simeone stated on August 18 that he intends to build Atletico Madrid's team around Julian Alvarez. The coach emphasized that the striker, who has attracted interest from clubs including Barcelona and Arsenal, is not leaving the club this year. Atletico has filed a complaint with FIFA regarding Barcelona's alleged attempts to pursue Alvarez. The forward has scored 49 goals for Atletico since signing from Manchester City two years ago and is considered their top attacking player. Atletico's CEO has also publicly declared that Alvarez is not for sale.

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By the Numbers

•Simeone insists Alvarez will not leave Atletico Madrid this year.
•Atletico has lodged a complaint with FIFA over Barcelona's conduct.
•Alvarez has scored 49 goals for Atletico since his arrival.
•The team finished fourth in La Liga last season, trailing Barcelona.

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12:12 PMYahoo Sports — Simeone insists Atletico to 'build team around' Alvarez

What they're saying

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Coach Diego Simeone again insisted on Tuesday that Julian Alvarez would not leave Atletico Madrid this year, saying he wanted to "build a team around" the Argentina striker.We need to try to build a team around him."
— Yahoo Sports

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