Julián Álvarez has reportedly requested an urgent meeting with Atlético Madrid chief executive Miguel Ángel Gil Marín as he continues to push for a move away from the club.
According to reports from Sport, the Argentina international has not apologised for his recent comments about wanting to leave Atlético, and his position remains unchanged.
He wants the club to facilitate his departure if an acceptable offer arrives.
The striker reportedly believes Atlético had previously promised to allow him to leave if a suitable offer was received.
Barcelona remains his preferred destination, with the Catalan club still ready to negotiate if Atlético eventually decides to open the door.
Álvarez Wants Clarity From Atlético
The situation has become increasingly tense between Álvarez and Atlético, with the player determined to resolve his future before the transfer window closes.
Álvarez has already made his desire to leave public, with Barcelona understood to be the destination he favours.
He previously said he wanted to leave Atlético to fulfil what has been described as his dream move.
However, Atlético have consistently maintained that they do not want to sell their star forward.
Coach Diego Simeone recently stated that Álvarez would remain at the club, while Atlético have rejected the possibility of negotiating his departure.
Barcelona Still Waiting
Barcelona continues to monitor the situation closely.
The Catalan club has already shown its willingness to pursue Álvarez, but Atlético's refusal to negotiate has prevented the transfer from progressing.
Barcelona's interest is not new. Álvarez has reportedly remained their preferred attacking target, while the player himself has continued to favour a move to Camp Nou.
The latest request for a meeting with Gil Marín could therefore become an important moment in the transfer saga.
If Atlético agree to discuss Álvarez's departure, Barcelona are expected to be ready to negotiate.
If the Madrid club maintains their current position, the Argentine could be forced to remain at the Metropolitano despite his desire to leave.
For now, Álvarez's stance appears clear... he wants Barcelona and is seeking direct talks with Atlético's hierarchy to find a way out.