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Barcelona fined £503 over their approach for Atlético Madrid star Alvarez

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Atlético accused Barcelona during summer chase Striker now rebuilding his reputation with fans Barcelona’s pursuit of Julián Alvarez came at a modest cost ⁠on Tuesday after the Spanish FA fined the club €602 (£503) following a complaint by Atlético Madrid

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Barcelona fined £503 over their approach for Atlético Madrid star Alvarez
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Barcelona’s pursuit of Julián Alvarez came at a modest cost ⁠on Tuesday after the Spanish FA fined the club €602 (£503) following a complaint by Atlético Madrid over contact ⁠with ​the striker.

Atlético accused Barcelona of approaching the Argentinian, whose contract runs until June 2030, ⁠without first notifying them in writing.

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