‘0% chance’ – Atletico hit back at Barca over Alvarez transfer row

Atletico Madrid have firmly stated that there is "0% chance" of selling Julian Alvarez to Barcelona, despite the Catalan club's persistent interest in the forward. Club president Joan Laporta stated that the offer of 100 million euros (£85.7m) remains on the table, but Atletico insists the transfer is not about money, rather their player's dignity.

The 26-year-old Alvarez, who joined Atletico from Manchester City in 2024, has been the subject of intense transfer speculation this summer. Reports suggest he was unwell, missing training on Wednesday. After being booed by supporters at a recent match, he immediately exited the pitch at the end of the game, drawing more jeers. Despite Barcelona's persistence, sources close to the situation say Alvarez still wants to stay in Spain for the time being.

The ongoing negotiations and public disagreements between the two clubs have further complicated the situation, as Arsenal also shows interest in the striker. Transfer deadline day is approaching on September 1st, and the future of the Argentine World Cup winner remains one of the biggest talking points of the transfer window.