Dani Olmo, Barcelona's Spanish midfielder, commented on the failure of Argentine international Julián Álvarez, Atlético Madrid's striker, to join the Blaugrana.
The Blaugrana attempted throughout the summer to sign the Argentine star, but the Rojiblancos refused to sell the player to Barcelona.
Dani Olmo comments on the failure of Julián Álvarez's transfer to Barcelona
Ultimately, the Argentine striker remained with the Spanish capital club and rejected a move to England's Arsenal.
Olmo stated in remarks quoted by the Spanish newspaper "Mundo Deportivo": "Julián is a great player, a top-class striker, undoubtedly one of the best players in the world, but that's football."
He continued: "I don't understand Atlético Madrid's stance regarding Julián; ultimately, everyone has their dreams, and I believe Julián was clear about that as well."
He added: "He fought for his dreams, but ultimately, there are also other external circumstances beyond control; in this sense, this was one of them, and that is obvious."
He emphasized: "But life goes on. We personally expect a very good year, certainly, with fierce competition, because other clubs have strengthened their squads very well, but I believe we have enough talent to compete."
He elaborated: "There are new objectives: continuing to win, continuing to defend our league, cup, and super cup titles, while emphasizing our strong desire to compete in the Champions League, and we have a squad strong enough for that."
He further stated: "Real Madrid has excellently strengthened its squad with outstanding players, and so have we. Ultimately, our goal is all the same: to win everything. We will fight for what we have, just as we always have."
