Atletico CEO Rules Out Barcelona Move For Julian Alvarez Despite $233M Talk

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Atletico CEO Rules Out Barcelona Move For Julian Alvarez Despite $233M Talk

Miguel Angel Gil said Atletico rejected Barcelona’s opening $117 million approach and would also turn down offers worth $175 million or $233 million. He insisted Atletico is “the right place in the world for Julian.” Alvarez scored eight goals and added four assists in 29 LaLiga matches last season, strengthening Gil’s stance that he is untouchable.

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