Atletico Madrid are in a complicated situation regarding the signing of Julián Álvarez. What seemed like a done deal is now up in the air due to an unexpected setback in the club's finances. The sale of Samu Omorodion to Chelsea , which was key to financing the arrival of the Argentine striker, fell through at the last minute, leaving the operation on hold.
The impact of the failed sale of Samu Omorodion
Atlético de Madrid 's plan was clear: sell Samu Omorodion to Chelsea for €40 million and use that money to close the signing of Julián Álvarez. The red-and-white club had already agreed to pay Manchester City €75 million for Álvarez , plus another €25 million in variables. However, the unexpected fall through of the deal with Chelsea has left Atlético without the funds needed to complete the operation.
The sale of Omorodion was crucial not only for the arrival of Alvarez, but also for other moves in the transfer market, such as the incorporation of Conor Gallagher . With the operation stalled, Atletico are facing a financial dilemma that could affect the planning of the season.
Julian Alvarez is already in Madrid
Despite the difficulties, Julián Álvarez is now in Madrid, ready to undergo a medical and sign his contract with Atlético. His arrival in the Spanish capital was greeted with enthusiasm by fans, but financial uncertainty has caused concern both at the club and among supporters.
Atlético de Madrid are exploring alternatives to solve this unforeseen situation. One of the options on the table is the sale of Joao Félix to Chelsea. This would allow Gil Marín to have the money needed to close the signings he wanted.
There is no danger
According to reports from the club and various media outlets, the arrival of Julián Álvarez is not in danger. The Argentine striker will be an Atlético Madrid player, whatever happens with Chelsea. The signing that could fall through would be Connor Gallagher, who has been in Madrid for three days.
His arrival depended on another player going to Chelsea and at the moment, Samu Omorodion is ruled out. Now the Englishman is waiting for the clubs to be able to close the transfer of Joao Felix so that Gallagher can be announced as a new player.