Atlético Madrid: Julián Álvarez on strike to force his departure

The situation is seriously tense between Julián Álvarez and Atlético Madrid. While the Argentine international is attracting interest from several European heavyweights, including FC Barcelona and Arsenal, the Colchoneros continue to shut the door on a transfer. According to Fabrizio Romano, a transfer market specialist, Álvarez has informed the Madrid management of his intention to not take part in the next training session. This decision is aimed at putting pressure on his executives and accelerating his departure before the summer transfer window closes.

The Italian journalist reports that the striker is particularly unhappy with Atlético’s refusal to consider a transfer to Barça. Álvarez has supposedly made it clear to his management that he wishes to leave the club before the end of the transfer window. Despite this push from the player, Diego Simeone remains adamant. The Argentine coach does not want to part with his goal scorer, and the Madrid management also maintains its position: Álvarez is not for sale.

This situation could therefore lead to a standoff between the player and his club. Arriving in Madrid in 2024 from Manchester City, Álvarez has become one of Atlético’s main offensive weapons. With less than two weeks left until the transfer window closes, his future remains particularly uncertain.