Alvarez wants to leave Atletico.

Striker Julian Alvarez has rejected a contract extension offer from Atletico Madrid, despite the attractive terms offered by Diego Simeone's team.

The 25-year-old striker had a stellar start to the 2025/26 season, scoring 6 goals and providing 1 assist in 9 La Liga matches.

According to Sport , the Argentinian striker is considering leaving Wanda Metropolitano to seek a new chapter in his career. Alvarez joined Atletico Madrid in 2024 with high expectations and quickly became a key player in the team's attack. However, the club's recent decline in performance has left the 25-year-old striker dissatisfied.

Alvarez's contract with the club runs until 2030, with a release clause of up to €500 million – a figure many teams cannot reach given their current financial situation. However, for greater peace of mind, Atletico has proposed extending the player's contract until 2032, including a new release clause worth €1 billion, plus the opportunity to wear the number 10 shirt – a symbol of the club's biggest stars.

However, the Argentinian player flatly rejected the contract extension offer, aiming to leave the club in 2026 in order to find an environment that would allow him to continue developing his career. This decision was not only surprising but also sparked much speculation about Alvarez's next destination.

In this context, Barcelona quickly expressed particular interest in Alvarez. The Catalan club sees the striker as an ideal addition to their future attack. However, to sign Alvarez, Barcelona will face a major financial challenge, as Atletico are reportedly demanding a transfer fee exceeding 200 million euros.

Source: https://znews.vn/alvarez-muon-roi-atletico-post1596571.html