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Simeone backs Álvarez for Barcelona clash after Atlético transfer saga
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Simeone confirms Álvarez is fit and focused for Barcelona despite summer transfer speculation.
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UK timesStrong6 reports from 3 outlets. First reported by Mundo Deportivo, Fri 17:58.
- ESPN
- Diario AS
- Mundo Deportivo
- Simeone's brief response when asked about Álvarez and BarcelonaMundo Deportivo
- Simeone backs Álvarez for Barcelona clash after Atlético transfer sagaESPNThis article
- Simeone's emphatic response on Julián before Barcelona clashDiario AS
- Julián Álvarez: Barcelona is his favourite victimDiario AS
- Álvarez's step forwardMundo Deportivo
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