Barcelona handed $670 fine for approaching Atletico’s Alvarez
Argentina forward Julian Alvarez's contract with Atletico until 2030 means approach breached rules.
Barcelona’s pursuit of Julian Alvarez came at a modest cost after the Spanish FA fined the club 602 euros ($670) following a complaint by Atletico Madrid over contact with the striker.
Atletico accused Barcelona of approaching the Argentinian, whose contract runs until June 2030, without first notifying them in writing.
The sanction falls under Article 133 of the federation’s regulations. Atletico also complained to FIFA, which declared it had no jurisdiction over the case.
The striker scored Atletico’s winner against Deportivo La Coruna on Saturday, finding the net for a second successive match as his side moved within two points of La Liga leaders Barcelona, before apologising for expressing his desire to join their rivals.