JULIAN ALVAREZ looked far from pleased while posing in Atletico Madrid’s new kit after missing out on a big transfer.

The Argentine striker, 26, has been one of the most sought-after players of the summer amid interest from , and .

NINTCHDBPICT001102155742Fans have been left in stitches after seeing Julian Alvarez looking glum in his official picture Credit: Atletico Madrid Tottenham Hotspur FC v Atletico de Madrid - UEFA Champions League 2025/26 Round of 16 Second LegThe Argentine forward missed out on a big move amid links to Real Madrid and Barcelona Credit: Getty

Los Blancos but have held firm on their star man.

And amid the intense transfer speculation, did seem pretty glum during his picture portrait.

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The ex-Man City star stood in the club’s 2026-27 kit with a blank expression on his face.

There was no emotion in his eyes and fans have been left in stitches at the picture.

Supporters posted a series of hilarious memes and gifs showing Alvarez in an orange prison tracksuit.

AI mocked-up images also displayed him behind bars while dreaming about moves to Madrid and Barcelona.

Fans started teasing the player over his photo and failure to seal an exit.

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One joked on X: “Julian blink twice if you need help.”

Another said: “You can see how unhappy this bro is #FreeAlvarez.”

A third wrote: “My guy is depressed AF.”

A fourth compared pictures from Alvarez’s first two seasons with Atletico and then the latest sad-looking picture and said: “Whoa look at the difference.”

Alvarez currently has four years left on his contract with Atletico Madrid and is reported to have a sensational release clause of £420m.

And his manager has made it clear .

Speaking ahead of their match against Malaga, Simeone said: “I still think along the same lines as I did the other day in Korea.

“We were talking as we always do, and I understand that he still needs a little more time to be in top form for Sunday.

“He needs more training. He’s our BEST player, and we’re going to try to build a team around him, keeping his age group in mind.”