Atlético tell Barcelona: Álvarez will 'never, ever' be sold to you

Atlético Madrid CEO Miguel Ángel Gil Marín declared on August 27, 2026 that striker Julián Álvarez will "never, ever" be sold to Barcelona, accusing the club of dishonesty. Atlético's board unanimously backed the stance, ruling out talks before the transfer window closes. Barcelona vice-president Rafa Yuste called the remarks "a lack of manners and respect."