Julián Álvarez wants to leave Atlético Madrid
June 30, 2026 · Global
Julián Álvarez expressed his desire to leave Atlético Madrid after Argentina's match against Austria in the World Cup, with interest from Barcelona and Real Madrid.
Forward Julián Álvarez stated that he wants to leave Atlético Madrid. This statement was made after Argentina played Austria in the World Cup on Monday (22). "I spoke honestly with the club. I want to achieve my dream. The best thing for my future is to make a transfer," said Julián Álvarez, striker for Atlético Madrid and the Argentina national team. According to journalist Ben Jacobs, a specialist in the transfer market, the player's desire is to join Barcelona. He revealed that the Catalan club had submitted a bid of €100 million which was rejected. In late May, Atlético Madrid even openly mocked Barcelona's attempts to sign the Argentinian forward. The club posted on social media that they had made an offer to sign Lamine Yamal, Pedri and Raphinha from Barça. In early June, Real Madrid then issued an official statement stating that they had made an offer of €150 million to recruit Álvarez. This information was met with cynicism by Atleti, who once again took to social media to mock their rivals.