Atlético Madrid striker Julian Alvarez hinted at leaving the club amid ongoing transfer rumours, saying, "The best thing for everyone is a transfer. I want to fulfil my dream." Speaking after Argentina's FIFA World Cup 2026 win over Austria, the 26-year-old added, "I spoke with people...[and]...I can't hide it." Alvarez has scored 49 goals in 106 matches for Atlético Madrid.