Julián Álvarez apologizes to Atlético Madrid fans over bid to join Bar

Julián Álvarez has apologised to Atlético Madrid fans for attempting to force a departure from the club in the summer, according to ESPN Soccer. The Argentina forward made the apology after scoring in the team's 1-0 LaLiga win over Deportivo A Coruña on Saturday.

Álvarez's bid to join Barcelona was followed by an injury-hit, difficult start to the season, and he has frequently been whistled and booed by Atlético fans at the Metropolitano. The forward has now apologised for his handling of the situation, stating that he wanted to leave Atlético during the World Cup with Barcelona as his preferred destination. ESPN Soccer reports that Álvarez told Movistar: "I want to apologize to our fans for my words during the World Cup. It was a mistake in terms of how I expressed myself and the timing."

Coach Diego Simeone has expressed his support for Álvarez, stating that he is "absolutely delighted" with the player's apology and that he needs Álvarez to be at his best if the club wants to reach the heights the fans dream of. With the Clásico against Barcelona on Sunday, Álvarez will be looking to put his apology into action and help his team secure a valuable victory.

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