Transfer Rumour Unconfirmed · Gaining tractionDaily Mail FootballUnverified source· 13 Aug 2026
Alvarez tells Simeone he wants to leave Atletico
Julian Alvarez has told Diego Simeone face-to-face he wants to leave Atletico Madrid to 'fulfil my dream'.
J. Álvarez
player
Player
Julian Alvarez
Position
Forward
Current club
Atletico Madrid
Linked clubs
Arsenal, Barcelona, Real Madrid
Reported fee
£129m bid from Real Madrid rejected
What happened. Julian Alvarez spoke with Diego Simeone for about 10 minutes at Atletico's training complex, reiterating his desire to leave, while Simeone restated the club's stance that he is staying.
- Alvarez publicly declared his wish to leave during the World Cup.
- Atletico CEO said the club would not entertain offers, even £170m.
- Alvarez has a £428m release clause.
“I want to fulfill my dream.”
— Julian Alvarez
Atletico insist Alvarez is not for sale, but interest from top European clubs persists.
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