“The situation is very clear, the entity made a decision that (Atleti CEO) Miguel Angel (Gil Marin) explained very well. We are very happy with Julian, from a sporting point of view we will help him to continue growing.”

Forbes · Aug 7 · Simeone rejects Barcelona's Álvarez bid; player set to demand exit

“We have already seen what happened with Griezmann, I don't see any other way than to work from the sporting side as we have to and try to help as we have done these two years.”

Forbes · Aug 7 · Simeone rejects Barcelona's Álvarez bid; player set to demand exit