MADRID (SPAIN) (ITALPRESS) – An irreparable rift has opened between Julian Alvarez and Atletico Madrid following the striker’s sensational comments made after the World Cup match between Argentina and Austria. The player publicly requested a transfer during the current window, sparking the anger of the Colchoneros’ management. CEO Gil Marin responded immediately, expressing his strong disapproval: “It wasn’t the right day to make such statements. While it is true that he spoke with us, he was fully aware of our position; we were very clear: we do not want to let him go.” This high tension threatens to further complicate negotiations. The Argentine player is aiming for a move to Barcelona or Real Madrid, but Atletico has no intention of strengthening a direct rival. Relations with the Catalan club are so strained that—according to Marca—Atletico Madrid is reportedly filing a complaint with FIFA. “Barça is disrespecting us. They think they can trample all over us; that is why we are filing a complaint with FIFA for negotiating with a player under contract during the protected period,” concluded Gil Marin.
This standoff could prompt the club to pressure “El Araña” to accept a move abroad, where Arsenal and Paris Saint-Germain have shown strong interest for months. However, according to the Spanish press, Álvarez is not considering leaving Spain. Paris does not appeal to him, and a return to the Premier League is not his top choice—partly due to his stint at Manchester City, which did not end on the best of terms. The media storm hitting Madrid highlights the complex transfer market situation facing Simeone’s team, as he is forced to defend his star player against the very rivals targeting the same players as the Colchoneros.
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