Real Madrid s 130m Alvarez bid rejected – Real Madrid’s 150m euro (£130m) attempt to sign Julian Alvarez was met with a firm ‘no’ from his current club, Atletico Madrid. The deal, which would have seen the Argentine forward join the Spanish giants, was turned down after the club highlighted his release clause, set at 500m euros (£430m). This decision comes amid a competitive season for Real, who were eager to bolster their attacking options ahead of the upcoming campaign.

Julian Alvarez, the 26-year-old forward, has been a pivotal figure for Atletico Madrid this year. His contributions helped the club secure a spot in the Champions League semi-finals, a significant achievement that underscores his value to the team. Despite the offer from Real, Atletico remained resolute, emphasizing that the 150m euro bid did not meet their financial expectations. The rejection was not just a numerical calculation but also a statement…