Atletico Madrid manager Diego Simeone has reiterated his commitment to keeping Julian Alvarez at the club amid ongoing speculation linking the Argentine forward with Barcelona. Ahead of Atletico’s La Liga opener against Malaga, Simeone addressed questions about the striker’s future and confirmed he recently met with the player to discuss his role in the team’s plans.
During the conversation, Simeone emphasized that from a tactical standpoint, Alvarez remains central to Atletico’s attacking strategy. The manager expressed his view that the team should be built around the forward’s strengths and talents, which he has demonstrated during his two seasons with the club. Simeone indicated he is focused solely on the sporting aspects of the situation and preparing Alvarez for peak physical condition ahead of the season.
When pressed about whether he was certain the player would remain, Simeone deflected to the club’s ownership, stating that the proprietor had already made a definitive public statement on the matter. He suggested this declaration left no room for ambiguity regarding Alvarez’s future at the club. The manager also confirmed Alvarez would not feature in the upcoming Malaga match as he continues his preparation.
Barcelona has been persistently linked with the striker throughout the transfer window, but Atletico Madrid has maintained its position that the player is not for sale. Simeone’s comments suggest the club is preparing under the assumption that Alvarez will be available for the new season.
Originally reported by Sports.yahoo →
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