Diego Pablo Simeone has appeared before the media ahead of the clash against Getafe. The Argentine coach did not shy away from the controversy surrounding the future of Julián Álvarez.
After the ambiguous statements made by the forward about his continuity following the match against Tottenham, "Cholo" wanted to ease the media tension. The red-and-white coach lamented that the media focus constantly shifts away from sports.
According to Simeone, it seems that the collective performance always takes a back seat. "Julián made some correct statements the other day, life is day by day, and he is giving us a lot," he stated emphatically to close the debate.
Simeone recalled that after great victories against Bruges or Barcelona, the press focused on individual names like Oblak or Griezmann instead of the team. For the coach, what matters is the immediate contribution of the Argentine striker, who was key in the recent 5-2 thrashing against the English team.
The coach highlighted that the group's commitment is undeniable beyond individual speculations. "I told my people that we were going to compete, and we are competing," he concluded. With these words, the club seeks to shield its star before a decisive stretch of the league season.
Currently, Atlético de Madrid is focused on maintaining its winning streak. The figure of Julián Álvarez remains crucial to the technical staff’s plans, regardless of what happens in the upcoming summer transfer market.
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