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Simeone talks up Alvarez amid Barcelona's pursuit of Atletico striker

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 3, 2026, 2:34 PM

Last updated Jul 3, 2026

Simeone talks up Alvarez amid Barcelona's pursuit of Atletico striker
Summary

Diego Simeone, head coach of Atletico de Madrid, addressed Julián Alvarez's recent transfer request to FC Barcelona. During a press rally, Barcelona president Joan Laporta confirmed an earlier €100 million offer for Alvarez had been rejected. Simeone publicly praised Alvarez as a crucial player for Atletico, saying they plan to build the team's play around him. As Barcelona continues to express interest, the situation remains unresolved, with Alvarez's future uncertain as the preseason approaches.

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  • •Julián Alvarez made a transfer demand to FC Barcelona.
  • •Barcelona's €100 million offer for Alvarez was rejected by Atletico.
  • •Simeone labeled Alvarez one of the best players in the world.
  • •Preseason training for Atletico begins in 10 days.
  • •Barcelona plans to continue pursuing Alvarez until the FIFA World Cup.
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  • 2:34 PMYahoo Sports — Simeone extends Alvarez olive branch as Atleti-Barça war slogs on
What they're saying
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El Cholo has responded to Alvarez’s public transfer demand.

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