Atletico Set August 10 Deadline as Barcelona Chase Alvarez

Julian Alvarez must report back by August 10, but Barcelona are pushing hard to sign him.

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What happened. Atletico Madrid have told Julian Alvarez to return for pre-season by August 10, while Barcelona continue to push for his transfer.

• Alvarez publicly indicated desire to leave Atletico during the World Cup.
• Barcelona have already had a bid rejected.
• Atletico insist Alvarez is not for sale this summer.

“It’s never a good idea to keep hold of unhappy players.”

— Joan Laporta

Barcelona may look elsewhere if no deal is reached in the coming week.

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