Football NewsESPNUnverified source· 3 Jul 2026
Simeone: Álvarez remains central to Atleti plans
Atlético Madrid coach Diego Simeone has told ESPN he is still planning to build his team around Julián Álvarez despite Barcelona's interest in signing the wantaway Argentina forward.
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