Why Julián Álvarez wants Barcelona: Atleti contract twist
Julián Álvarez negotiated a contract improvement with Atlético Madrid while wanting to join Barcelona, Marca reports. The revelation fuels transfer speculation.
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Julián Álvarez negotiated a contract improvement with Atlético Madrid while wanting to join Barcelona, Marca reports. The revelation fuels transfer speculation.
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