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Atletico Star Alvarez Misses Sevilla Match Amid Barcelona Links
29 Aug
Summary
- Alvarez unavailable for Sevilla match due to illness and missed training.
- Barcelona reportedly interested in signing Alvarez before transfer deadline.
- Atletico Madrid firmly rejects transfer possibility with Barcelona.
Julian Alvarez is unavailable for Atletico Madrid's La Liga clash against Sevilla on August 29, 2026, amid ongoing transfer speculation. The forward has missed multiple training sessions, initially reported as being unwell.
This situation has fueled rumors linking Alvarez with a move to Barcelona before the transfer window closes on September 1, 2026. However, Atletico Madrid has emphatically rejected any negotiations with the Catalan club, stating they are victims of the transfer saga.
Alvarez recently featured as a second-half substitute in Atletico's 2-2 draw against Villarreal on August 25, 2026. His return was marred by a negative reception from some Atletico supporters.
Head coach Diego Simeone expressed hope for Alvarez's return and continued importance to the team, while acknowledging his current unavailability. The club's stance remains that they do not wish to sell, despite the persistent transfer rumors.
