Atletico Madrid Will Not Sell Alvarez Amid Barcelona Interest, Says Simeone At a preseason press conference in Seoul, Diego Simeone made it clear that Julian Alvarez will not be leaving Atletico Madrid during the current transfer window.
Despite reported interest from Barcelona, the 26 year old forward remains with the club. Simeone's stance is likely the result of intense discussions behind closed doors.
Alvarez has expressed a desire for a new challenge, and his comments during Argentina's World Cup campaign suggested he might be open to a transfer for personal growth and development.