Madrid (AFP) – Atletico Madrid hardened their stance over a possible sale of striker Julian Alvarez to Barcelona on Thursday, ruling out any negotiations with the Spanish champions.
Issued on: 27/08/2026 - 13:48
The Atletico board "unanimously expressed their full support" for the club's decision not to negotiate Alvarez's transfer to Barcelona, although they indicated they are not closed off to other approaches, with Arsenal linked with the Argentina international in recent days.
"There has not been and there will not be any negotiation with them (Barcelona) regarding Alvarez's transfer," said Atletico in a statement.
The club said it was "open to negotiations inherent to the transfer market", but only "in an ethical and professional manner and with respect between clubs".
