Julián refuses to give up on Barcelona dream

Julián Álvarez continues to pursue his goal of leaving Atlético Madrid to join Barcelona, according to Mundo Deportivo. The Argentine striker managed to have a conversation with coach Simeone last Wednesday, though the response he received did not satisfy him.

Despite appearing normal in Atlético's training sessions, the 'Spider' remains committed to diplomacy to achieve his objective. He is keeping calm and there have been no explosive gestures of protest, though he is willing to take further action if Atlético maintains their veto on negotiations.

Time is pressing: Barcelona has already lost Ferran Torres and Lewandowski in attack and needs to activate Plan B if talks between clubs don't progress. Behind-the-scenes conversations continue, and in the coming days the situation will move one way or another. Julián is training as the only available striker under the 'Cholo' due to Sorloth's injury.