Julián trains with the squad with derby day 24 hours away

Good news for Atlético Madrid ahead of the derby: Julián trained with the group, and is entering the match with better prospects, according to Mundo Deportivo.

The session comes 24 hours before Atlético face the derby on Sunday, 20 September, at the Metropolitano. In practical terms, the message from training is straightforward: the coaching staff gain a valuable option for the starting plan.

One day to the derby

With the derby so close, having the player on the grass with the rest is a strong sign that any discomfort he may have had has not prevented him from joining the team’s normal routine. The key now is whether he continues feeling well and makes the final squad list.

From a tactical standpoint, Julián’s availability could matter directly for Simeone’s setup. In a high-pressure game, having more attacking options helps reduce risk when shaping the team’s offensive approach.

Still to be confirmed

At this stage, the piece doesn’t specify whether he is guaranteed minutes or the exact nature of any issue that may have been managed. The next step is to see how he progresses in the final hours and, above all, to check the official matchday squad.