Atletico Madrid gave Julian Alvarez written consent for Barcelona move – report

Atletico Madrid reportedly provided Julian Alvarez with written consent to discuss a transfer to Barcelona, despite the club's public stance that no such deal would be entertained. This disclosure, as reported by El Chiringuito TV, directly contradicts Atletico's previously stated position. Journalist Jordi Jota confirms seeing the document, stating that the written consent included two conditions: Alvarez's agreement to have discussions about the move, and Barcelona being informed that the proposal was acceptable.

The news adds a surprising element to a transfer story that had seemed set, as Barcelona had been actively pursuing Alvarez throughout the summer. Atletico's decision to grant written consent, even while publicly rejecting cooperation with Barcelona, indicates the Argentine forward's situation was more flexible than Atletico let on.

Despite Gabriel Jesus' arrival from Arsenal, Barcelona has not ruled out returning for Alvarez in January, when the January transfer window could potentially offer different circumstances. The written consent from Atletico Madrid, if true, significantly challenges the club's public stance on not sanctioning a transfer to a direct rival.