Barcelona President Yuste Condemns Atlético's 'Bad Taste' Tweets Over Álvarez Interest
Barcelona interim president Rafa Yuste publicly criticized Atlético Madrid for posting tweets mocking Barcelona's reported interest in Julián Álvarez, including digitally dressing Barcelona players in Atlético shirts and referencing the Negreira case. Speaking at the inauguration of a new ice rink on June 5, 2026, Yuste called the tweets "very bad taste" but stressed Barcelona would not retaliate and would maintain its sports policy under director Deco. He declined to comment on transfer rumors or Real Madrid's elections.
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Barcelona Interim President Yuste Condemns Atlético's 'Bad Taste' Tweets Over Julián Álvarez Interest
FC Barcelona's interim president Rafa Yuste publicly condemned Atlético de Madrid's social media posts mocking Barcelona's interest in Argentine striker Julián Álvarez. During the inauguration of the club's new ice rink on June 5, 2026, Yuste expressed indignation, calling the tweets 'very bad taste' and emphasizing that education and setting an example are paramount. He stated that Atlético's reaction would not alter Barcelona's sports policy led by Deco. Yuste declined to comment on Real Madrid's ongoing presidential election campaign or the transfer rumors involving their candidates. The incident highlights growing tension between the two La Liga clubs over transfer targets.
Feed MRSS-S fc_barcelona_aBarcelona Interim President Yuste Slams Atlético Madrid's 'Bad Taste' Tweets Over Julián Álvarez Interest
FC Barcelona interim president Rafa Yuste expressed strong indignation on June 5, 2026, regarding a series of tweets posted by Atlético Madrid. The tweets, which mocked Barcelona's interest in signing Argentine striker Julián Álvarez, featured images of Barcelona players Raphinha, Lamine Yamal, and Pedri wearing Atlético shirts, along with a surreal offer and jocular comments. Speaking at the inauguration of the club's new ice rink, Yuste described the tweets as being in 'very bad taste' and emphasized that education and setting a good example are paramount. He stated that the incident would not alter the sports policy led by Deco. Yuste declined to comment on Real Madrid's ongoing electoral campaign or the transfer speculation involving their candidates, reiterating that Barcelona remains focused on its own plans.
Feed MRSS-S fc_barcelona_aBarcelona Interim President Yuste Slams Atlético Madrid's 'Very Bad Taste' Tweets Over Julián Álvarez Interest
FC Barcelona's interim president Rafa Yuste expressed strong indignation at Atlético Madrid's social media posts mocking Barcelona's interest in Argentine striker Julián Álvarez. During the inauguration of the club's new ice rink on June 5, 2026, Yuste called the tweets 'very bad taste' and emphasized that education and setting an example are paramount. He stated that the incident would not alter the sports policy led by Deco. Yuste declined to comment on Real Madrid's ongoing electoral campaign or the transfer rumors involving their candidates. The controversy stems from Atlético's posts that dressed Barcelona players Raphinha, Lamine Yamal, and Pedri in Atlético shirts and included a surreal offer in response to Barcelona's interest in Álvarez.
Feed MRSS-S fc_barcelona_aRafa Yuste Responds to Atlético Madrid: 'I Found the Tweets in Very Bad Taste'
FC Barcelona president Rafa Yuste publicly criticized Atlético Madrid's social media posts, which sarcastically responded to rumors of Barça's interest in Julián Álvarez. Atlético had posted fictitious offers for Barça players Lamine Yamal, Pedri, and Raphinha, and referenced the Negreira case and player registration issues. Speaking after inaugurating a provisional ice rink as part of the Espai Barça project, Yuste stated the tweets were in 'very bad taste' and emphasized the importance of education and setting an example. He insisted the controversy would not alter Barça's sporting policy or the plans of sports director Deco. Yuste declined to comment on the transfer market, the Julián Álvarez rumors, or Real Madrid's electoral process, reiterating the club's focus on its own actions.
Últimas NoticiasBarcelona President Rafa Yuste Calls Atlético Madrid's Tweets 'Very Bad Taste'
FC Barcelona president Rafa Yuste publicly responded for the first time to controversial tweets from Atlético Madrid, which mocked Barça's reported interest in Julián Álvarez with ironic offers for Lamine Yamal, Pedri, and Raphinha, and referenced the Negreira case and player registration issues. Speaking after inaugurating a provisional ice rink, Yuste called the tweets 'very bad taste' and emphasized the importance of education and setting an example. He insisted the controversy would not alter Barça's sporting policy or the plans of sporting director Deco. Yuste declined to comment on the transfer market, the Julián Álvarez rumors, or Real Madrid's electoral process, stating the club remains focused on its own actions.
Últimas NoticiasBarcelona President Rafa Yuste Criticizes Atlético Madrid's Tweets as 'Very Bad Taste'
FC Barcelona president Rafa Yuste publicly responded for the first time to the controversy sparked by Atlético Madrid's ironic tweets about Barcelona's rumored interest in Julián Álvarez. Atlético had posted simulated offers for Barcelona players Lamine Yamal, Pedri, and Raphinha, and referenced the Negreira case and registration of bluegrain players. Yuste called the tweets 'very bad taste' and stressed that education and setting an example are paramount for the club. He reiterated that the controversy does not affect Barcelona's sports planning, which remains under the direction of Deco. Yuste declined to comment on the transfer market, including interest in Julián Álvarez, or on Real Madrid's electoral process, stating the club is focused solely on its own actions.
Últimas NoticiasBarcelona President Calls Atlético's Tweets About Julián Álvarez 'Very Bad Taste'
Barcelona president Rafa Yuste criticized Atlético de Madrid for posting tweets that digitally dressed Barcelona players in Atlético shirts, a reaction to Barcelona's reported interest in Atlético player Julián Álvarez. Speaking after the inauguration of FC Barcelona's provisional gel court, Yuste called the tweets 'in very bad taste' but emphasized that Barcelona would not respond and would continue to act with education and example. He stated that the incident does not change Barcelona's sporting policy, and that sporting director Deco remains clear on his plans. Yuste declined to comment on the upcoming Real Madrid elections, focusing only on Barcelona's own affairs and the new facility.
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