Julian Alvarez appears to be in an open conflict with Atlético Madrid, who wants to leave the Madrid club and continue his career at Barcelona. The Argentine forward wanted to meet with Diego Simeone to ask him to help facilitate a smooth departure.
However, the meeting did not take place, as the Argentine coach was away in Ibiza on a short vacation. This development reportedly provoked a strong reaction from Álvarez, who made it clear to Atlético that he does not wish to continue with the team.
At the same time, the 25-year-old claims that last February he had received assurances from management that he would be able to leave during the summer transfer window, a fact that further intensifies the standoff between the two sides.
Julián Álvarez is ready to clash with Atlético Madrid as he pushes to join Barcelona.
Álvarez wanted to meet with Diego Simeone today and ask him to help facilitate his exit—but Simeone was absent after traveling to Ibiza for two days off.
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Julián Álvarez is ready to clash with Atlético Madrid as he pushes to join Barcelona. 

