Joan Laporta Issues Deadline in Julián Alvarez Transfer Saga

Atlético Madrid Reaffirm Their Position

Athletico Madrid President Miguel Ángel Gil Marín issued an official statement regarding the club’s stance on the Julian Alvarez saga. In that statement, they clarified that Julian Alvarez is not for sale even for €200 million.

Laporta Responds With Transfer Deadline

Barcelona president Joan Laporta responded to those remarks during an interview with Catalunya Radio but avoided escalating tensions with Miguel Ángel Gil Marín.

“I respect everyone’s opinion. All I know is that we’ve made an offer, and there it is,” stated Laporta, who also issued a warning to Atlético Madrid regarding the negotiation timeline. “At a certain point, we’ll announce that the agreement has expired." “That will be at the end of July,” he told Catalunya Radio.

With these words, Barcelona clarifies their stance, as Julian Alvarez is still their dream signing to replace Robert Lewandowski, but they don’t want to go to the terms of Atletico Madrid to pursue the transfer. Laporta confirmed that Barcelona's offer will remain valid until the end of July, after which the club will turn its attention to alternative targets.

Barcelona is ready to explore other options on the market if they can't get the Argentinian in the summer.

SPORT Reveals Alvarez's Frustration

According to SPORT, Julián Álvarez is unhappy with Atlético Madrid's latest public stance after reportedly being assured the club would facilitate a move if a suitable offer arrived.

Alvarez could address the situation publicly after the FIFA World Cup, potentially clarifying his future and reiterating his desire to leave the club.