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Julian Alvarez has admitted he's fully aware of the speculation surrounding his potential departure from Atletico Madrid. Barcelona are often mentioned as potential suitors for the former Manchester City forward, while Liverpool was also reportedly interested during the early stages of the summer transfer window.
However, the Merseyside outfit ultimately chose to sign Alexander Isak and Hugo Ekitike instead of pursuing Alvarez. Yet, questions continue to swirl about how long the Argentine star will stay in the Spanish capital.
In a chat with Marca, Alvarez stated: "Look, it doesn't bother me. I try not to pay much attention, but I know what's being said. It's all over social media. I think it's more what's being said online than what's actually happening.
"I'm very focused on this season, on what lies ahead with Atletico de Madrid. So, I try to tune it out and think about myself, about continuing to grow as a player, and about winning."
His agent, Fernando Hidalgo, also addressed the rumors after the summer window closed. He told Eram News: "No official offers were received from Liverpool to sign Julian last season.
"And everything that has been said about this is incorrect. During the last summer, there were no offers either, because Atletico Madrid did not want to sell the player, and therefore no negotiations were put on the table."
In early October, Alvarez once again commented on his situation during an interview with ESPN: "Look, I'm very calm about it all.
"People always talk. Last year, there was a lot of talk as well, but the season is just starting, and my focus is on getting better every day, doing my best for the club, helping my teammates and winning here.
"That's all I'm thinking about. What people say on social media is irrelevant."
Atletico's manager, Diego Simeone, was full of admiration for Alvarez following his goal that helped clinch a 3-2 triumph over PSV in midweek. He remarked: "Game-changing players like Julian have their moments, and they're brilliant.
"I hope he keeps playing like this because they're essential. Alex [Sorloth] showed great sportsmanship by setting him up for the first goal.
"Julian returned today, as many had hoped, to be the game-changing player he is. He worked hard, he ran, he had incredible individual moments."
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