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Julian Alvarez has reportedly informed Atletico Madrid of his desire to leave the club this summer, snubbing a massive contract extension in the process. The Argentine forward is understood to be seeking a more ambitious sporting project amid interest from the likes of Barcelona, Arsenal and Paris Saint-Germain.

Atletico Madrid captain Koke has delivered a scathing assessment of the club's Liga season following a humiliating 5-1 final-day defeat to Villarreal. The veteran midfielder pulled no punches after Los Colchoneros missed out on a third-place finish, concluding a campaign that has left the dressing room in a state of shock.

Atletico Madrid manager Diego Simeone has addressed the mounting speculation surrounding Julian Alvarez, suggesting the forward has already determined his next path. The Argentine international continues to be linked with a high-profile move to the Premier League and Ligue 1 after catching the eye of Europe's elite.

Diego Simeone has admitted he feels deeply sympathised with Pep Guardiola’s decision to step away from Manchester City, opening up on the exhausting mental toll of a relentless football calendar. The Atletico Madrid boss confessed that the constant cycle of high-stakes management creates an unstoppable "snowball" effect that impacts even the game's most resilient figures.