Alvarez's Dream Delayed: What Simeone's Absence Means for Barcelona's Transfer Plans Diego Simeone's decision to take a break after Atletico Madrid's 3 1 friendly loss to Manchester City in Seoul has sent shockwaves through the Spanish capital, particularly regarding Julian Alvarez's potential transfer to FC Barcelona.
The Atletico manager's absence has pushed back showdown talks between himself and the Argentine midfielder, leaving fans and pundits wondering what this means for Alvarez's dream of joining Blaugrana.
The latest developments have been shrouded in ambiguity, with Mundo Deportivo and other outlets reporting that Monday August 10 was initially set as the date for Alvarez to meet with Simeone.