Milan, June 23. (LaPresse) – A transfer market issue risks disturbing Argentina’s calm, already qualified for the round of 16 of the World Cup after the victory against Austria. Speaking to the press after the match, striker Julián Álvarez announced that he wants to leave Atlético Madrid. “The best thing for everyone is a transfer,” said the 26-year-old to ESPN. “I don’t think this is the right time to talk about it, but I can’t hide either. I have to be honest and I have spoken with the people at the club, with those I needed to speak with,” he added. Shortly after his statements were published in Spain, images appeared on social media of some Atlético fans burning his shirt. Earlier this month, Real Madrid reportedly stated that Atlético had rejected a €150 million offer for the 26-year-old Álvarez. The offer was part of election promises made by Real Madrid president Florentino Pérez ahead of his re-election. Barcelona is also said to be interested in signing the talented Argentine forward. Atlético Madrid has always maintained it has no intention of negotiating, backed by a release clause set at a massive €500 million.
Football, Álvarez breaks with Atlético Madrid: “I want to leave”
Milan, June 23. (LaPresse) – A transfer market issue risks disturbing Argentina’s calm, already qualified for the round of 16 of the World Cup after the victory against Austria. Speaking to the press after the match, striker Julián Álvarez announced that he wants to leave Atlético Madrid. “The best thing for everyone is a transfer,” said the 26-year-old to ESPN. “I don’t think this is the right time to talk about it, but I can’t hide either. I have to be honest and I have spoken with the people at the club, with those I needed to speak with,” he added. Shortly after his statements were published in Spain, images appeared on social media of some Atlético fans burning his shirt. Earlier this month, Real Madrid reportedly stated that Atlético had rejected a €150 million offer for the 26-year-old Álvarez. The offer was part of election promises made by Real Madrid president Florentino Pérez ahead of his re-election. Barcelona is also said to be interested in signing the talented Argentine forward. Atlético Madrid has always maintained it has no intention of negotiating, backed by a release clause set at a massive €500 million.
