ATLETICO MADRID

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'It will never, ever happen' - Atletico slam door on Julian Alvarez to Barcelona

Atletico Madrid have made it clear that Julian Alvarez will not be allowed to join Barcelona, with chief executive Miguel Angel Gil Marin insisting there will be no negotiations between the La Liga rivals.

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Atletico manager Simeone issues apology to Lookman after Villarreal draw

Atletico Madrid boss Diego Simeone revealed that he apologised to Nigeria star Ademola Lookman for playing him out of position in the 2-2 draw against Villarreal on Sunday.

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'We wanted to win with 10 players' - Simeone rallies Atletico after Villarreal thriller

Atletico Madrid twice fought back from behind to rescue a 2-2 draw against Villarreal in a dramatic La Liga clash at the Metropolitano Stadium on Sunday.

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Cristian Romero backs Julian Alvarez to stay focused at Atletico Madrid

Cristian Romero has insisted Julian Alvarez remains fully focused on Atletico Madrid despite continued transfer interest from Barcelona and Real Madrid.

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Lee Kang-in lights up Atletico debut with stunning strike against Malaga

Lee Kang-in marked his competitive Atletico Madrid debut in style as Diego Simeone's side began their 2026/27 La Liga campaign with a 2-0 victory over newly promoted Malaga.

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Atletico coach Diego Simeone drops Julian Alvarez amid Barcelona transfer links

Julian Alvarez will not feature in Atletico Madrid's La Liga opener against Malaga as the club continues to deal with uncertainty over the striker's future.

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