"According to Diario SPORT, Atlético have already taken a firm internal position: if Álvarez leaves the club, it will not be for Barcelona. The capital club are determined to keep hold of the Argentine striker and are particularly unwilling to strengthen a direct rival. That stance has grown stronger in recent days after the player's comments about his future."
"Atlético's position is backed by the player's contract situation. Álvarez is tied to the club until 2030 and has a €500 million release clause. Rumors suggest that they want to build around him as one of the central figures of their project. If any exit were to happen, it would likely involve a different destination."
"According to reports, Atlético would only listen to offers that approach €150 million and those are expected, if they arrive, to come from the Premier League. Clubs such as Arsenal and Chelsea have been mentioned as potential suitors. Barcelona, for their part, have less wiggle room financially."
Barcelona continues to pursue Julián Álvarez as a long-term replacement for Robert Lewandowski, but Atlético Madrid has adopted an uncompromising stance against selling to their league rivals. Álvarez is contracted to Atlético until 2030 with a €500 million release clause, and the club views him as central to their project. Atlético's resolve has strengthened following Álvarez's recent comments about his uncertain future, which the club found frustrating. If Álvarez were to leave, Atlético would only consider offers from outside La Liga, particularly from Premier League clubs like Arsenal and Chelsea, with a minimum asking price around €150 million. Barcelona's financial constraints further complicate their pursuit.
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