Julian Alvarez - Soccer News, Rumors, & Updates

Atletico Madrid Grows Tired of Julian Alvarez to Barcelona Transfer Rumors Atletico Madrid denies rumors involving Julian Alvarez and sends a strong message to Barcelona: the Argentine striker is not for sale.

1 DAY AGO • BEINSPORTS.COM

Won't play in finale Alvarez (ankle) won't play in the season finale against Villarreal on Sunday, according to Mundo Deportivo.

Impact Alvarez has been relieved of his duties ahead of the final match of the season, with the aim of being as healthy as possible for the start of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Alvarez ends the 2025/26 season with eight goals and four assists in 29 appearances (22 starts) in LaLiga. The striker's goal will be to be healthy for Argentina's World Cup opener against Algeria on June 16.

MAY 22 • ROTOWIRE

Remains out Alvarez (ankle) remains unavailable and will not feature in Sunday's clash against Girona, according to Pedro Fullana of Cadena SER.

Impact Alvarez has been sidelined since picking up an ankle issue during the Champions League semifinal second leg against Arsenal and the club is taking no risks with the Argentine striker heading into the final fixture of the domestic season. With the World Cup just weeks away, Atletico are prioritizing having him fully fit for the tournament rather than rushing him back for a low-stakes league finale, with Alexander Sorloth and Antoine Griezmann expected to continue leading the line against Valencia.

MAY 16 • ROTOWIRE

Misses training, unlikely Tuesday Alvarez (ankle) did not train Monday and is unlikely to be available for Tuesday's clash against Osasuna, according to Pascual Ruiz Arnal of Marca.

Impact Alvarez has been managing an ankle issue since being forced off during the Champions League semifinal second leg against Arsenal, and his absence from Monday's session is a further sign that the club is taking no risks with the Argentine striker heading into the final stretch of the season. With the World Cup looming in about a month, Atletico will take no risks with the health of the forward rather than pushing him back before he is genuinely ready. Alexander Sorloth is expected to continue leading the line against Osasuna.

MAY 11 • ROTOWIRE

Won't be available Saturday Alvarez (ankle) will miss Saturday's clash against Celta Vigo after reaggravating his ankle during Tuesday's Champions League semifinal second leg against Arsenal, with his return...

Impact Alvarez had played 66 minutes at the Emirates with the aid of an infiltration before the ankle gave way, and the toll of that effort has ruled him out of the immediate fixtures. With the World Cup looming in just over a month, Atletico will be in no rush to push the Argentine striker back before he is fully right, making Alexander Sorloth the likely option to lead the line against the Celeste while Alvarez works through his recovery.

MAY 7 • ROTOWIRE

Plays 66 minutes with infiltration Alvarez played 66 minutes of Tuesday's Champions League semifinal second leg 1-0 loss against Arsenal at the Emirates with the help of an infiltration before the ankle gave way, fo...

Impact Alvarez had done everything possible to feature in such a crucial European night, working with the club's recovery staff right up until kickoff and receiving treatment until the last possible moment before the match. The Argentine striker was characteristically committed throughout his time on the pitch, pressing hard defensively and showing good movement in attack, before a crossing action past the hour mark caused the ankle to flare up beyond the point he could continue. Alvarez began limping immediately and attempted to play through the discomfort before ultimately signaling to the bench that he could not carry on, leaving Atletico without their most important attacking weapon for the remaining minutes of a defining European night. Alexander Sorloth could see more playing time during upcoming fixtures as the club will unlikely rush the Argentine forward now with the World Cup looming in around one month.

MAY 6 • ROTOWIRE

Atletico Madrid player ratings vs Arsenal: Ademola Lookman proves a liability while Julian Alvarez goes missing and Giuliano Simeone wastes golden opportunity as shot-shy Rojiblancos come up short in Champions League semi-final

Atletico Madrid once again came up short in the Champions League as they suffered a 1-0 loss at Arsenal on Tuesday that meant they succumbed...

MAY 5 • goal

Atletico Madrid player ratings vs Arsenal: Ademola Lookman proves a liability while Julian Alvarez goes missing and Giuliano Simeone wastes golden opportunity as shot-shy Rojiblancos come up short in Champions League semi-final

Starting as expected Alvarez (ankle) is in the starting XI for Tuesday's match against Arsenal.

Impact Alvarez is no longer injured as expected, as the forward is instantly inserted into the starting XI. He plays a key part in the attack, so this is a major return for the club. After scoring last match and with his duties on free kicks and penalties, Alvarez is usually the best bet for a goal in this Atleti side.

MAY 5 • ROTOWIRE

Alvarez set to return for Atletico as Simeone makes 'cheaper' hotel switch in London

Julian Alvarez is set to return from injury for Atletico Madrid for the second-leg semifinal against Arsenal in the Champions League on Tuesday

MAY 4 • Associated Press

Travels with squad Alvarez (ankle) is travelling with Atletico's squad for Tuesday's Champions League semifinal second leg against Arsenal, the club posted.

Impact Alvarez had been ruled out of Saturday's clash against Valencia to protect his ankle after picking up the issue during the first leg, but his inclusion in the travelling squad is a significant boost for coach Diego Simeone heading into one of the biggest nights of the season. The Argentine striker is Atletico's most important attacking weapon in European competition this campaign with 10 Champions League goals, and having him available for the return leg at the Emirates is exactly the news the Colchoneros needed heading into what promises to be a defining clash in their pursuit of a Champions League final berth.

MAY 4 • ROTOWIRE

Barcelona wins at Osasuna and is on the cusp of La Liga title

Robert Lewandowski and Ferran Torres scored late in Barcelona’s 2-1 win at Osasuna that set up a chance for Hansi Flick’s side to be crowned Spanish league champions this weekend

MAY 2 • Associated Press

Ruled out against Valencia Alvarez (ankle) is ruled out of Saturday's clash against Valencia, according to coach Diego Simeone. "If there hadn't been a match on Tuesday, Julian wouldn't have made it to Satur...

Impact Alvarez had scored from the penalty spot before going off in the 77th minute against Arsenal, and the club is now focused on having him available for next Tuesday's return leg rather than risking him in the league. Thiago Almada is expected to start against Valencia as coach Simeone rotates his squad with the bigger European picture in mind. Alvarez will hope to be fit for the return leg as Atletico's most important player in the competition, having netted 10 Champions League goals this campaign.

MAY 1 • ROTOWIRE

Atleti boss Diego Simeone provides Julian Alvarez fitness update ahead of 2nd leg of Champions League S/F against Arsenal Atletico Madrid will face Arsenal in the UEFA Champions League semi-finals second leg on Tuesday, May 5. Ahead of the game, the Spanish giants are sweating over the fitness of stri...

APRIL 30 • SPORTSKEEDA.COM

Johnny Cardoso Becomes Third American To Start In A Champions League Semifinal

Antoine Griezmann has made the most of his final home match with Atletico Madrid in the Champions League.

APRIL 29 • FOX SPORTS

Johnny Cardoso Becomes Third American To Start In A Champions League Semifinal

Arsenal manager Arteta infuriated by decision to overturn penalty against Atletico Madrid

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta calls it unacceptable and says it's a moment that changed the course of his team’s Champions League semifinal against Atletico Madrid

APRIL 29 • Associated Press

Julian Alvarez breaks Lionel Messi's Champions League record with 25 goals in 42 games Julian Alvarez found the back of the net in Atletico Madrid’s draw against Arsenal, breaking a major Champions League milestone previously h...

APRIL 29 • BOLAVIP.COM

What happened to Julian Alvarez and why was he subbed off by Atletico vs Arsenal? During the Atletico Madrid against Arsenal match in the UEFA Champions League, Julian Alvarez was substituted, raising the question: What ha...

APRIL 29 • BOLAVIP.COM

How to live stream Atletico Madrid vs Arsenal: UEFA Champions League, TV channel Arsenal will travel to Atletico Madrid on Wednesday for the first of two Champions League semi-final legs in pursuit of a historic double. M...

APRIL 29 • THEBIGLEAD.COM

Forced off after goal in UCL Alvarez scored a penalty goal but left the field with an ankle issue during Wednesday's UEFA Champions League game versus Arsenal, Domingo Ortiz of Sphera Sports reports.

Impact Alvarez equalized from the penalty spot in the 56th minute before suffering the injury in the 77th against Arsenal. It was the forward's comeback from a small muscular problem, but the new issue could leave him out of the next few games if a serious injury is confirmed. His absence would be a big loss given that he's the team's top scorer in the European competition and second in league action with 10 and eight goals, respectively. However, Alexander Sorloth and Antoine Griezmann could still form a strong front line.

APRIL 29 • ROTOWIRE

Arsenal and Atletico exchange penalty goals in 1-1 draw in 1st leg of Champions League semifinals

Atletico Madrid and Arsenal have drawn 1-1 in the first leg of the Champions League semifinals

APRIL 29 • Associated Press

Diego Simeone Confirms Arsenal's Interest In Julian Alvarez Ahead Of Semifinal

Atletico Madrid boss Diego Simeone has addressed reports linking Julian Alvarez with a summer move to Arsenal, acknowledging that the Gunner...

APRIL 28 • FOX SPORTS

Diego Simeone Confirms Arsenal's Interest In Julian Alvarez Ahead Of Semifinal

"There is interest" - Diego Simeone confirms Arsenal are among multiple clubs keen on signing Julian Alvarez from Atleti ahead of UCL clash Atletico Madrid coach Diego Simeone has confirmed that Arsenal are one of the clubs interested in signing Julian Alvarez this summer.

APRIL 28 • SPORTSKEEDA.COM

Simeone confirms Arsenal's interest in signing Alvarez ahead of Champions League semi-final Julian Alvarez has been touted for a move away from Atletico Madrid, and Diego Simeone said that Arsenal are one of the interested teams.

APRIL 28 • BEINSPORTS.COM

'Snowball of lies' - Julian Alvarez responds angrily to fresh Barcelona transfer reports ahead of Atletico Madrid's Champions League showdown with Arsenal

Atletico Madrid star Julian Alvarez has hit out at intensifying speculation linking him with a summer move to Barcelona, labelling the repor...

APRIL 28 • goal

'Snowball of lies' - Julian Alvarez responds angrily to fresh Barcelona transfer reports ahead of Atletico Madrid's Champions League showdown with Arsenal

Fit for Arsenal clash Alvarez (muscular) has confirmed he is fully fit and available for Wednesday's Champions League semifinal first leg against Arsenal at the Metropolitano, according to Sergio Picos...

Impact Alvarez had not played since the Copa del Rey final due to muscular discomfort, and his absence from the matchday squad against Athletic Club had raised genuine concerns about his availability for the biggest game of Atletico's season. The Argentine striker's own confirmation that he is at 100 percent is a massive relief for coach Diego Simeone, who now has his first-choice attacking weapon available for the clash. Alvarez has not featured competitively in around 10 days but his class and experience on the big stage make him a crucial presence for the Colchoneros against the Gunners.

APRIL 27 • ROTOWIRE

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