Atlético Madrid manager Diego Simeone declined to address Julián Alvarez’s situation following Sunday’s 3-0 loss to Athletic Club, showing clear irritation when pressed on the Argentine forward.
Atlético arrived in Bilbao aware that a win at San Mamés would lift them above local rivals Real Madrid in the La Liga standings. Instead, a poor display led to a comprehensive defeat.
The loss was compounded by another uncomfortable episode for Alvarez, who faced jeers and whistles from Atlético’s traveling supporters after being introduced as a substitute.
Atleti falls to Athletic Club in Bilbao
Atlético resumed league play with a visit to San Mamés to take on Athletic Club, aiming to climb past Real Madrid in the Spanish top-flight table.
Those ambitions faded quickly as Simeone’s side struggled throughout the pitch. Athletic seized control of the match and ultimately secured a 3-0 victory.
The subpar showing added to an already challenging evening for the team, the player, and the coach.
For Alvarez, the game featured another cold welcome from the visiting Atlético fans when he stepped onto the field from the bench.
Fans voice displeasure at Alvarez
The Argentine once more heard boos and whistles from the away supporters, prolonging the tense atmosphere around him.
In the post-match press conference, Simeone faced inquiries about Alvarez’s status, with the striker also being linked to a potential move. The Atlético boss was additionally asked why Alvarez had not been seen cooling down with his teammates on the pitch.
Simeone showed little patience for the subject and swiftly avoided any detailed response about the forward’s circumstances.
The coach gave a short answer when questioned about Alvarez and his absence from the cool-down session.
Simeone stays silent on Alvarez
Simeone seemed exasperated by the query and stated clearly that he had no comment regarding the Argentine.
“Are you seriously asking me that? I have nothing to say,” Simeone remarked.
His terse reply ended the conversation about Alvarez after Atlético’s 3-0 loss to Athletic Club.
The outcome left Atlético to ponder a tough night in Bilbao, while Alvarez’s latest reaction from the away fans and Simeone’s refusal to elaborate added further uncertainty around the striker.