Aguero urges Atletico to sell unhappy Alvarez after World Cup win

What happened: Sergio Aguero advised Atletico Madrid to sell Julian Alvarez if he remains unhappy, confirming that Alvarez told the club he wants to leave after Argentina’s 2-0 win over Austria at the 2026 World Cup. Aguero said in an interview with Jijantes that Alvarez met with Atletico officials, both sides agree a transfer is the best solution, and that if a player feels uncomfortable in the city or with teammates or the coach, selling him is the right move. He quoted Aguero as saying, “The club won’t comment on anything, and the player has no choice but to be honest. He said he’s met with the club, and both parties agree that a transfer is the best option. If I were the club and a player was unhappy in the city, or for any other reason—dissatisfaction with teammates or the coach—if he feels uncomfortable, the best way is to find a solution and sell him.”

Why it matters: For football fans, especially those following Alvarez’s career or Atletico Madrid, this confirms a likely transfer window move. Alvarez, a key Argentine forward, has been linked with Arsenal and other European clubs; his departure would reshape Atletico’s attacking options and could affect Nigerian supporters who track Argentine internationals playing in Europe.

What you should know: Keep an eye on transfer rumors involving Alvarez, particularly links to Arsenal mentioned in recent reports. If he leaves, monitor where he lands and how it affects both Atletico’s squad depth and Argentina’s attacking options. No official fee or timeline has been given yet, but Aguero’s comments suggest a deal could happen soon if Alvarez’s dissatisfaction continues.

SOURCE: https://dailypost.ng/2026/06/23/transfer-aguero-advises-atletico-madrid-to-sell-alvarez/