GOLAZONEWSBarcelona fined €602 over approach for Atlético Madrid's Julián Álvarez
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- Barcelona received a €602 fine from the Spanish FA after a complaint by Atlético Madrid.
- Atlético stated Barcelona contacted Julián Álvarez without informing them in writing.
- The Argentine international is under contract with Atlético until June 2030.
The Spanish Football Federation fined Barcelona €602 (£503) on Tuesday following a formal complaint by Atlético Madrid regarding unauthorized contact with striker Julián Álvarez.
Atlético accused their La Liga rivals of approaching the Argentine forward during a summer transfer pursuit without providing written notification beforehand. Álvarez is tied to Atlético on a contract running until June 2030 and is presently working on rebuilding his reputation with the club's supporters.