The signing of Julián Álvarez for Atlético de Madrid has meant a considerable blow to the table for the red and white team. Simeone brings under his command one of the most sought-after forwards on the entire continent and at a world-class price. Now, all that remains is to know when the player will land in Madrid and what date the official presentation will be.
Just yesterday, the agreement between the footballer and the mattress team was closed , something that had been delayed in the negotiations. It must be taken into account that Atlético de Madrid will make its debut in the league championship on the 19th against Villarreal. Looking ahead to that day, Julián Álvarez would have already been able to train at the same pace as his new teammates.
Julián Álvarez's special day
Of course, it is impossible to deny the impact that the signing of the Argentine striker has had in terms of the world market. Atlético de Madrid will pay almost 100 million euros for the incorporation of Julián Álvarez, a historic transfer. Now, all that remains is to know when the footballer will arrive in the Spanish capital once his vacation ends.
As reported by journalist Gastón Edul , the Argentine is expected to set foot in Madrid between Monday and Tuesday of next week. On those dates, he will make the traditional visit to the Metropolitan offices and will be presented to the media. For now, everything indicates that this presentation will not be made in front of the public , something that was requested on social networks.
It has been a long time since Atlético de Madrid presented its new signings in front of its fans, a tradition that could be recovered. It must be remembered that players like David Villa , Mario Mandžukić and Antoine Griezmann were able to greet their new audience at the Vicente Calderón . Even so, the expectation for Julián Álvarez will remain until he can make his official debut once LaLiga begins.
Julián Álvarez and the key dates
Although Gastón Edul pointed out that he could land at the beginning of next week in the capital, the truth is that his arrival could be brought forward. What's more, it could arrive this Thursday from Ibiza . Of course, in any case, his presentation with Atlético de Madrid would take place next week.
A multipurpose player for Simeone
The mattress technician knows that he has incorporated a piece that can show great performance in numerous areas of the field. Julián Álvarez has acted for Manchester City , regularly, as a extrem, other times being the substitute for Erling Haaland . This position is where he took his first steps at River Plate, where Marcelo Gallardo gave him several opportunities.
Furthermore, he can also act as a playmaker behind a center forward , in this case the Norwegian Alexander Sorloth . So far, Julián Álvarez has not proven to be that great scorer, but his contribution to the game is undoubted to date. It remains to be seen if Simeone will give him the start against Villarreal even though he has not been a deputy in any of the previous friendlies.