Mansion Sports – "It will be complicated, but we will continue trying because we believe in what we are doing."

This is the message conveyed by those close to Julian Alvarez whenever they are asked about the possibility of leaving Atletico Madrid and joining Barcelona.

The desire remains. However, as time passes, the process is becoming increasingly complicated, and those around the Argentine forward fully understand that time is beginning to work against him.

Alvarez was supposed to undergo a routine medical examination on Monday before beginning training with Atletico.

However, the player immediately underwent a medical examination alongside Alex Baena and Marcos Llorente at a clinic in Madrid used by the club, before subsequently leaving the facility.

The next step was to join training as usual, and this is where Miguel Angel Gil Marin, Atletico Madrid's highest-ranking executive, began to play a role.

According to the newspaper Sport, Gil Marin has been aware of the player's desire for several days after receiving the information through various channels.

However, he does not see any need to hold new discussions because he considers the club's position to be sufficiently clear.

Those around Alvarez have a different view. They believe it is important for the forward to explain his position directly and be heard before a final decision is made.

According to them, keeping a player for an entire season after he has expressed his desire to seek a new environment could ultimately create an uncomfortable situation for all parties.

Those close to the Argentine player also recalled a conversation that took place some time ago with Gil Marin.

During that conversation, Julian understood, according to the same source, that he would be helped to leave Atletico if he ever expressed his desire to depart.

He believes that moment has now arrived and is waiting for an opportunity to speak directly with the executive.

Alvarez Communicates with His Representatives Almost Every Day

The forward had previously expressed his feelings publicly during the World Cup. After Argentina's 2-0 victory over Austria, he admitted in the interview area that he had spoken with Atletico and stated that, in his view, the best outcome would be to complete the transfer so that he could fulfill his dream.

Since then, he has avoided any attempts to increase tensions in public.

Amid the situation, Fernando Hidalgo and Sergio Diaz sat down with Julian Alvarez on Monday in a lengthy meeting that lasted approximately two and a half hours.

Contact between Alvarez and his representatives takes place almost every day. Therefore, those close to the player downplay the notion that the meeting had greater significance than it actually did.

However, the timing of the meeting remains significant. Julian Alvarez and his agents are considering how to approach the coming days, particularly regarding how to open a dialogue with Gil Marin.

Seeking a Way Out Through Dialogue in Alvarez Transfer

The priority remains finding a solution through dialogue, without taking rebellious action or making decisions that could put the forward at odds with Atletico Madrid supporters.

Time is only making the situation more difficult, and all parties are aware of that. Atletico insist that they still count on Julian Alvarez.

Barcelona also cannot wait indefinitely and are working on other options to strengthen their attack.

However, the Julian Alvarez saga is still far from over. The next step desired by the player's representatives is not another public statement or declaration.

They want to sit down and speak directly so that Atletico can hear from the player himself which club he wants to represent next season.