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The Rojiblancos president is proud of reaching the World Cup final
Atletico Madrid president Enrique Cerezo revealed his pride at having nine of the team’s players at the 2026 World Cup finals, calling it a historic achievement that reflects the club’s strength and the value of its players on the international stage.
“With a third consecutive World Cup, we are the club with the biggest representation in the final, and even more so in this very important final,” Cerezo said ahead of the team’s annual dinner at the José María restaurant in Segovia.
He continued, according to him AS newspaper“Having all these players there is very important. We have practically a full squad for the World Cup final. We are happy, proud and here we are waiting for the champions.”
When asked if that includes Julián Alvarez, Cerezo replied:
Referring to the statements of the president of “Barcelona” Joan Laporta about the limitedness of the offer to include Alvarez, Cereso said. “Joan Laporta is a good friend and a great president, and he knows very well, as you do, where Julián Alvarez will play next year.”
Asked if Alvarez should apologize to the fans after his announcements about leaving, Cerezo said: “I think we all make mistakes in this life. He made a mistake, as it happened to me with Jesus Lopez, Julian. Everything is forgivable in this life, except for some things you know.”
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He was asked about the sale of Alvarez. Is “Atletico” as strict with foreign clubs as in the case of “Real” and “Barcelona”? either 500 million or nothing. Cereso emphasized. “I repeat to you again. Julian Alvarez is a player of “Atletico Madrid” and will remain a player of “Atletico Madrid”.
Regarding the possible transactions of the club, Cereso said: “They are working to bring important players. Notice how hard they work, we have the players to have 10 or 12 more in the next World Cup final. We are satisfied. We have a great team, they are world champions.”
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On the future of coach Diego Simeone, whose contract expires in a year, Cereso said: “How many years have we spent with Simeone? Contracts as you know. They can be eternal or quick. Here is an eternal contract.”
“In response to the question about the Champions League 2027 final to be held at the Metropolitano Stadium, Cereso said: “Let’s see if you can help a little so that we can play the final in our stadium this year. Yes, we need your help. We have to know how to play outside the field.
