Hansi Flick confirmed Barcelona will continue insisting on signing Julian Alvarez, backing Joan Laporta's stance despite Atletico Madrid's firm refusal to sell.

Atletico Madrid have issued a scathing official statement regarding the Julian Alvarez transfer saga, sending an unmistakable message to Barcelona.

While Barcelona remain hopeful of signing Julian Alvarez, team captain Raphinha has demonstrated he can step up as a central striker under Hansi Flick if the club fails to acquire a traditional No. 9.

Atletico Madrid are preparing for a potential future without Julian Alvarez, and Los Colchoneros have activated a contingency plan should the Argentine forward depart: Chelsea striker Nicolas Jackson.

With his main objective now is the move to FC Barcelona, Julian Alvarez reportedly faces one last obstacle at Atletico Madrid for the deal to happen.

Atletico Madrid returned to action at the Riyadh Air Metropolitano Stadium, where Julian Alvarez was met with loud boos from supporters following his summer exit request.

Julian Alvarez's agent fired back at Atletico Madrid CEO Miguel Angel Gil Marin, after the executive's comments about the forward's advisers.

Following a tense situation between Julian Alvarez and the Atletico Madrid fanbase, coach Diego Simeone came out to clear things up ahead of the match against Villarreal.

Amid stalled talks with Barcelona, Arsenal reportedly made contact with Atletico Madrid over Julian Alvarez.

Cristian Romero was presented as a new Atletico Madrid player, where he addressed Julian Alvarez and the situation he's currently going through.

Atletico Madrid fans chanted against Julian Alvarez, and coach Diego Simeone didn't defend the player amid the situation.

After talks for Julian Alvarez stalled, Barcelona are reportedly looking at Lautaro Martinez to reinforce their attack.

According to reports, Barcelona are waiting for a gesture from Julian Alvarez toward Atletico Madrid that could unlock negotiations for the forward.

In his presentation as a Barcelona player, Rodri made it clear to Julian Alvarez that the door is open for him at the club.

Atletico Madrid open their LaLiga season against Malaga, with Diego Simeone leaving Julian Alvarez out of the squad amid ongoing speculation over his future.