Atlético Madrid head coach Diego Simeone has this weekend fired a fresh warning the way of La Liga rivals Barcelona. This comes amid the latter’s ongoing pursuit of Rojiblancos star Julián Álvarez.
Barcelona’s search for reinforcements up top has of course dominated the media headlines across Spain throughout the summer transfer window to date.
Whilst seeking out a long-term replacement for Robert Lewandowski, the Blaugrana have set their sights firmly on the aforementioned Álvarez, considered the ideal fit in Hansi Flick’s system.
The problem for the Camp Nou brass, however, is that Atlético have made clear time and time again this summer that their star goalscorer is simply not for sale.
Speaking during an exchange with the media this weekend, Diego Simeone was therefore asked if there has been any change in his side’s stance regarding Álvarez’s immediate future.
And the Argentine tactician made use of the opportunity to assure to journalist Pedro Fullana that:
“The club has made a decision, which Miguel Ángel Gil Marin has explained very well. From a sporting perspective, we’re very happy to have a player like Julián, and we’ll help him continue to grow and improve.”
Conor Laird – GSFN
