"If Barcelona doesn't work out, I'm going to Arsenal!" Alvarez skips training for third consecutive day... Furious ATM leadership: "Someone ruined the player"

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Striker Julian Alvarez (26), who has become a 'troublemaker' at Atletico Madrid, missed training for three consecutive days. With his move to Barcelona blocked, the possibility of a transfer to Arsenal is growing.

Spain's 'Cope' reported on the 28th (Korean time) that "Alvarez did not appear in his team's training for three consecutive days citing physical discomfort and will also miss the upcoming match against Sevilla."

The conflict between the club and the player has reached its peak. Alvarez left the stadium amid boos from home fans on the 23rd and is reportedly suffering from sleep disorders due to severe stress.

Atletico's leadership expressed anger, believing someone deliberately unsettled the player. Miguel Angel Gil Marin, Atletico's chief executive officer (CEO), stated, "Someone intentionally deceived Alvarez and plunged him into confusion," adding, "A great professional player has become completely confused and is going through a very difficult time personally and professionally."

Originally, Alvarez had desperately wanted to join Barcelona. Barcelona president Joan Laporta also confirmed that the recruitment offer remains valid. However, Atletico repeatedly notified them that they would not transfer the player "under any circumstances," drawing a clear line.

With the move to Barcelona blocked, Alvarez has chosen Arsenal as an alternative. Currently, Andrea Berta, Arsenal's sports director, and Gil Marin are in continuous dialogue. However, Arsenal has adopted a cautious stance, stating it will only enter formal negotiations if Alvarez first expresses a strong desire to transfer. Atletico also plans to accept the sale only if Arsenal pays a transfer fee of around 150 million euros (approximately 223 billion won).

Atletico has activated a plan to recruit a replacement in preparation for Alvarez's departure. They have even inquired about signing Victor Yekkes, an attacker from Arsenal, as a countermove.

With the summer transfer window closing soon, it remains uncertain whether Alvarez will stay and regain fans' trust or force through his transfer. His final decision is expected to be made within the next 24 to 48 hours.

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