Julian Alvarez has been a star for Atletico Madrid since his big move in Manchester City last summer, although it seems that cracks are starting to show in the relationship of the two parties.
According to the entourage of the Argentina, that has made explosive comments to El Chiringuito (via Sport). It is claimed that Alvarez is unhappy because he is not considered an undisputed player for head coach Diego Simeone, and there were questions about whether the 2024 transfer was the right decision.
“He has never been given the place he feels he deserves. He was resigned because he scored nearly 30 goals last season, but they placed him on the left wing player to chase full-backs or replace him during the rest. You can't blame Simeone because he doesn't know how to deal with a star of world football.
These comments will have warned Barcelona, who has Alvarez as their ideal successor to Robert Lewandowski. The Catalans want to make a movement in 2026, after which Athleti can be open to sales.
However, a report from Ruben Uria has disputed this information. He has stated that Alvarez is happy with the Riyadhair Metropolitano, and he is also talking to Atleti about signing a new contract – with discussions that have been going on for some time. It is also noted that the 25-year-old has an excellent relationship with Simeone.
Alvarez is undoubtedly one of the most important players of Athleti, and he is now being considered firm as the leader of the club's attack – after he has displaced Antoine Griezmann for the past 12 months. Securing his services for the coming years should definitely be a priority, especially if he is happy to stay.