In Madrid, Julián Álvarez is pushing through an intensive recovery programme as Atlético Madrid wait to learn whether their Córdoba-born forward can take part in Sunday’s derby.
Late fitness decision for Álvarez
- Álvarez has stepped up his work in an effort to overcome a muscular complaint and return to the pitch.
- Diego Simeone will assess the striker’s condition on Saturday.
- The Atlético coach will then decide whether Álvarez is fit enough to be included for Sunday’s derby.
The final training check leaves Atlético facing a short window before one of the capital’s defining fixtures, with the forward racing against time to make himself available.
