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Simeone steps in to save Alvarez: a fiery statement after the anger of Atletico fans

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'We're with him to the death' – Simeone makes his support for Alvarez clear

Diego Simeone has staunchly defended Julian Alvarez after the Argentina international suffered a hostile reception from Atletico Madrid supporters during Sunday's 2-2 draw with Villarreal. The forward faced loud jeers at the Metropolitano following a summer-long transfer saga involving Barcelona, prompting his manager to issue a firm vow of protection.

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Alvarez jeered by angry Atletico Madrid fans

Julian Alvarez endured a highly hostile reception from Atletico Madrid supporters during Sunday's dramatic 2-2 La Liga draw with Villarreal. The Argentine forward was brutally booed as he entered the pitch from the bench, with fans directing explicit chants at him, demanding his immediate departure amid intense summer transfer links to Arsenal and Barcelona.