Julian Alvarez has been linked with Arsenal and Barcelona (Picture by Eric Alonso/Getty Photos)
Atletico Madrid supervisor Diego Simeone has spoken publicly about star ahead Julián Alvarez’s future for the primary time since he introduced his intention to depart the membership final month. In addition to Barcelona, Alvarez has affords from Arsenal and Paris Saint-Germain, and is reportedly eager on a transfer to the Catalan membership.
Regardless of this, Atlético Madrid have been adamant that not solely is Alvarez not on the market, however Barcelona can not afford him both. Nonetheless, Simeone didn’t maintain any grudge in opposition to Alvarez and left open the potential of him persevering with on the membership.
“He’s a rare footballer and the perfect participant at Atletico Madrid. His numbers converse for themselves. He has proven nice consistency, has had an actual impression on the crew and has confirmed that he’s a particular form of participant. We’re very joyful together with his work. I am unable to say anything apart from what I’ve stated earlier than, as a result of he is been a superb particular person. He is a man who has at all times labored in one of the simplest ways for the crew.
Managers Diego Simeone and Julian Alvarez meet
Simeone went on to confess that he had spoken to Alvarez throughout a go to to Argentina’s World Cup residence base, though it was not particularly to satisfy him.
“I truly met Giuliano and talked to him for a short while, primarily speaking about his scenario, the situation of his ankle and his significance for the crew. He instructed me that he’s feeling very properly and is again to 100%. I feel within the second recreation he already confirmed a distinct rhythm of play and depth of motion, even when he was not as sharp as standard. Argentina will want that.”
“As at all times, issues shall be resolved” – Simeone
The Atlético supervisor additionally revealed that regardless of Alvarez’s need to depart, he believes he shall be a key a part of the crew for years to come back.
“He’s a participant round whom we’re going to construct our recreation. His future is at the start about tomorrow’s recreation. The very best factor for him is to not dwell on every part that has come to the floor and focus on that. Then they won’t trigger him confusion and issues shall be resolved, as they at all times do in life.”
It appears unlikely that Alvarez will stay at Atlético after his feedback that antagonized many followers. Nonetheless, this isn’t the primary time Simeone has supported the return of a marginalized star, having truly moved to Barcelona earlier than Antoine Griezmann regained the love of the followers.
