Julian Alvarez demands change in Atletico Madrid's mentality after tough week
Julian Alvarez arrived at Atletico Madrid last summer as the star signing expected to take the team to the top. He has lived up to expectations, becoming a key player and earning the fans' admiration. However, recent results have left him frustrated, as he feels the club's mentality does not align with his winning mindset, as reported by El Nacional.
Atletico Madrid endured one of their toughest weeks of the season, losing to both Real Madrid in the Champions League and Barcelona in La Liga, effectively ending their title hopes. Alvarez was surprised by the reaction of Diego Simeone and some club officials, who showed satisfaction with the team's effort rather than self-criticism, something that doesn't align with Alvarez's winning mentality.
After winning numerous titles at Manchester City, including the Premier League, Champions League, and the World Cup with Argentina, Alvarez views a trophy-less season as a failure. He believes Atletico must strengthen its ambition and mentality to compete for titles, not just aim to compete.
Alvarez remains committed to Atletico Madrid but expects the club to progress in the coming years. He believes with the right reinforcements and a shift in mentality, the team can compete for major titles.
Although new to the club, Alvarez has quickly established himself as a leader. His ambition and winning mentality inspire his teammates, and he hopes to influence the team’s mentality moving forward. In the coming weeks, a conversation between Alvarez and Simeone is expected to align their goals, with Alvarez determined to help Atletico become a feared team in Europe again.
