Here is the latest update from the ongoing FIFA World Cup as of 2026-07-17 14:23:00.
Atlético Madrid’s president, Enrique Cerezo, has assured fans that Julián Álvarez will not be transferred this summer, despite competition from Barcelona. The Catalan club’s president, Joan Laporta, acknowledged earlier this week that Barcelona has made a “substantial offer” for the Argentina striker, which is time-sensitive.
In response to Laporta’s comments, Cerezo stated, “Laporta is a good friend, he’s a great president, and he knows full well— as you all know— where Julián Álvarez will be playing next year.” He emphasized that Álvarez is an integral part of Atlético Madrid and will remain with the club.
Álvarez, aged 26, expressed his interest in leaving Atlético after two seasons, revealing this to ESPN. When asked whether he anticipates an apology to Atlético fans for his public desire to leave, Cerezo remarked, “We all make mistakes in life; he’s an Atlético Madrid player; in life, there’s a solution to almost everything.”
Atlético signed Álvarez from Manchester City in the summer of 2024 for an initial fee of €75 million ($86 million). The club previously turned down a €150 million ($171 million) offer from Real Madrid, indicating Álvarez’s high demand in the market. Other rumored suitors include Arsenal and Paris Saint-Germain.
Laporta remains hopeful that Atlético will reconsider Barça’s offer, stating, “Atlético already know that we have made an important offer for Julián. If they are willing to accept it, that’s fantastic. What it certainly won’t be, however, is unlimited in time.” The situation is expected to evolve over the next two weeks of July.
As of now, Álvarez, who has scored once in six appearances for Argentina in the tournament, is among nine Atlético players participating in the FIFA World Cup 2026 final this Sunday.
FAQs
Will Julián Álvarez be transferred to Barcelona?
No, Atlético Madrid’s president confirmed Álvarez will not be sold this summer.
What clubs are interested in Julián Álvarez?
Atlético Madrid has rejected offers from Barcelona, Real Madrid, Arsenal, and PSG for Álvarez.
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- Published: 2026-07-17 14:23:00
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