Atletico mocks Real Madrid
Atletico Madrid responded with clear sarcasm to Real Madrid's official statement announcing a €150 million offer for Argentine striker Julian Alvarez. Atletico Madrid asserted that they have no intention of entering into negotiations regarding the player, emphasizing that Alvarez is a key member of the team and that his long-term contract includes a hefty €500 million release clause, making his departure at this time completely out of the question. This exchange comes amidst heightened media tension between the two Madrid clubs, after the player's situation became a major point of contention following Real Madrid's statement, which Atletico Madrid deemed inaccurate and warranted a sarcastic official response.
Here is the full text of Atlético Madrid's statement:
"The part of the Pope's video where he said he's also an Atlético fan has been removed. It seems you've confused education with gratitude, but just so there's no doubt: we're not thanking you for anything. We're not considering or discussing any offers for Julian. How could we disagree when you make us laugh even more than Barcelona?"
"P.S. Taking advantage of the good relationship with your new president (Florentino Pérez), we hope you'll stop 'poaching' players from our academy. Thank you very much, Real Madrid."