Atletico Madrid has made its position clear regarding the future of Argentine striker Julian Alvarez, confirming his continuation with the team and stating there is no intention to sell him in the near future, despite significant interest from Barcelona.

According to reports in the Spanish press, Barcelona has included Alvarez in its future plans as an ideal replacement for Polish striker Robert Lewandowski, as part of its sports project linked to the upcoming elections. The uncertainty surrounding the player's future increased after his agent expressed openness to the idea of a transfer to the Catalan club.

Nevertheless, Atletico Madrid has firmly asserted its commitment to Julian, especially since his contract includes a massive release clause of 500 million euros, making it an insurmountable figure for any club, including Barcelona.

Atletico Madrid successfully signed Julian Alvarez from Manchester City, outbidding Paris Saint-Germain, which offered a higher salary, causing the player to hesitate until the last moments before finalizing the deal.

Despite interest from other clubs like Arsenal, Atletico Madrid's management feels completely at ease regarding the player's future, as he has become one of the key pillars in coach Diego Simeone's project, enjoying stability and happiness within the team.