Barcelona has been fined $670 after a regulatory body determined the club breached transfer‑approach rules by contacting Atletico Madrid’s Argentine forward Julian Alvarez, whose contract with the Spanish side runs until 2030.
Alvarez, a key player for both Atletico Madrid and the Argentina national team, is bound by a long‑term deal that does not expire until 2030, meaning any direct approach by another club would violate established transfer regulations.
The fine follows an investigation that concluded Barcelona’s contact with Alvarez’s representatives occurred without Atletico’s consent, breaching the protocol that requires clubs to obtain permission before initiating discussions with a player under contract.
The sanction, amounting to $670, reflects the governing body’s effort to enforce compliance with transfer rules and deter clubs from engaging in unauthorized negotiations.
Barcelona has not publicly commented on the fine, while Atletico Madrid reiterated its commitment to protecting its contractual rights over Alvarez.
Alvarez remains a central figure for Atletico and the Argentine side, and his contract through 2030 means any future move would require a formal agreement between the clubs.
<small>Source: Al Jazeera — read the original story there.</small>