The sanction, issued under Article 133 of the federation’s disciplinary regulations, relates to an alleged failure to comply with regulatory obligations. Atlético argued that Barcelona contacted the Argentina international without first notifying his club in writing, as required under Spanish football rules for approaches involving players under contract.
Álvarez, 26, joined Atlético from Manchester City in 2024 and remains contracted to the Madrid club until June 2030. Speculation about his future intensified during the summer after comments expressing his ambition to play for Barcelona contributed to tension between the clubs.
Atlético also submitted a complaint to FIFA, but the world governing body declined to handle the matter, saying it lacked jurisdiction over the dispute between two Spanish clubs.
Barcelona maintain that they acted correctly and reportedly plan to appeal the federation’s decision. The €602 penalty is the maximum fine available under the relevant provision for a minor infringement.
Meanwhile, Álvarez has sought to repair his relationship with Atlético supporters after facing boos during the season. He apologised for his earlier comments and scored the winning goal against Deportivo La Coruña on Saturday, drawing a more positive response from sections of the home crowd.
The planned appeal means the dispute may continue despite the federation’s ruling.
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Barcelona have been fined €602 by Spain’s football federation following Atlético Madrid’s complaint that the Catalan club contacted Julián Álvarez without first notifying his current club in writing. Barcelona reportedly intend to appeal the decision. Barcelona have been fined €602 by the Spanish Football Federation (RFEF) following a complaint by Atlético Madrid over the Catalan club’s reported approach...
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- Barcelona have been fined €602 by Spain’s football federation following Atlético Madrid’s complaint that the Catalan club contacted Julián Álvarez without first notifying his current club in writing.
- Barcelona reportedly intend to appeal the decision.
- Barcelona have been fined €602 by the Spanish Football Federation (RFEF) following a complaint by Atlético Madrid over the Catalan club’s reported approach for striker Julián Álvarez.The sanction, issued under Article 133 of the federation’s disciplinary regulations, relates to an alleged failure to comply with regulatory obligations.
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Barcelona have been fined €602 by Spain’s football federation following Atlético Madrid’s complaint that the Catalan club contacted Julián Álvarez without first notifying his current club in writing. Barcelona reportedly intend to appeal the decision. Barcelona have been fined €602 by the Spanish Football Federation (RFEF) following a complaint by Atlético Madrid over the Catalan club’s reported approach...
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October 28, 2026
