On August 22 (CEST), according to Mundo Deportivo, Julián Álvarez's agent quickly issued a clear response on social media following comments from Atlético Madrid CEO Gil Marín.

Friday morning saw banners calling for Álvarez to leave appear outside Atlético Madrid's training facility in Majadahonda, undoubtedly worsening the current situation for the player. After Gil Marín made a public statement, Álvarez's agent Fernando Hidalgo immediately posted a rebuttal.

Hidalgo wrote on his personal social media: "Never ask a liar why they lie—because to explain, they would have to lie again."

Just three hours before Hidalgo's post, Barcelona target Álvarez became the focus of public attention. Although Gil Marín did not mention names in his interview with EFE, he directly pointed to Hidalgo: "We must understand that in recent months, Julián has not had people around him who can give him the best advice for his career."

Previously, Gil Marín had also extended an olive branch to the Argentine forward, hoping he could regain his desire to play for Atlético Madrid: "We will help and protect Julián so he can fully realize his potential. We need him to remain competitive among Europe's top clubs."

Hidalgo's response is understood to be directed at Gil Marín. This incident comes just before Simeone's pre-match press conference—Atlético Madrid will face Villarreal at 23:00 Beijing time (CEST) on Sunday.

At Metropolitano Stadium, whether Álvarez plays or not, the fans' reaction will be under scrutiny and will undoubtedly be the latest chapter in this summer's transfer saga. It remains unclear what action the player himself will take. As for Barcelona, although they know Atlético Madrid has no intention of negotiating and it will be extremely difficult to sign him, Álvarez remains their top target to replace Lewandowski as the starting No. 9 this summer.

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