Atletico Madrid Striker Julian Alvarez Dropped for La Liga Opener
· Sports · Sportstar, Sports Illustrated
Atletico Madrid will exclude striker Julian Alvarez from the squad for its La Liga opener against Malaga. Coach Diego Simeone confirmed the decision on Tuesday, citing the player's ongoing transfer negotiations with Barcelona. While the club's CEO, Miguel Angel Gil Marin, has publicly stated that the team will not sell the asset, Simeone noted that Alvarez still needs to improve his form and practice before returning to the pitch. The coach expressed hope that the player will be ready for the upcoming home match against Villarreal on Sunday.
Why it matters
The exclusion of a key player like Alvarez complicates Atletico Madrid's tactical plans for the season opener and signals a tense standoff during the transfer window.
Read the original report — Sportstar
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