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Atletico Refuses €150m Offers, Keeps Alvarez Amid Tap-up Accusation

6/24/2026

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Atlético Madrid said it will not sell striker Julián Álvarez, with a €500 million release clause, despite his wish to join Barcelona.
Álvarez told ESPN after Argentina’s 2-0 win over Austria on June 23 that he wants a transfer.
Barcelona’s €100 million offer was rejected, with the club aiming to raise it to €130 million.
Atlético also turned down Real Madrid’s €150 million bid and will file a FIFA complaint that Barcelona tapped up Álvarez.

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Atlético Madrid said it will not sell striker Julián Álvarez, with a €500 million release clause, despite his wish to join Barcelona.
Álvarez told ESPN after Argentina’s 2-0 win over Austria on June 23 that he wants a transfer.
Barcelona’s €100 million offer was rejected, with the club aiming to raise it to €130 million.
Atlético also turned down Real Madrid’s €150 million bid and will file a FIFA complaint that Barcelona tapped up Álvarez.