Overview
- Atlético de Madrid officially reported that Julián Álvarez missed Wednesday training at the Ciudad Deportiva de Majadahonda because of an 'indisposición', without listing any injury.
- The absence follows a tense week after Álvarez was loudly booed when he returned as a substitute in the recent Villarreal match, and banners demanding his exit appeared around the club ground.
- Atlético has publicly said it counts on Álvarez for the season and has so far rejected Barcelona’s approach, insisting any sale would require the club’s agreement under a contract that runs to June 30, 2030.
- English media reported renewed interest from Arsenal, a development that adds a time-sensitive layer to the situation with the European transfer window closing on September 1.
- Manager Diego Simeone has kept a measured public stance, calling Álvarez an important player while other squad members such as Cristian Romero and Ademola Lookman continue individual fitness work, and the club will monitor the striker’s recovery ahead of Saturday’s trip to Sevilla.