Barcelona President Rafa Yuste condemns Atlético Madrid mock posts

Acting Barcelona president Rafa Yuste denounced Atlético Madrid's social media jokes about the club's interest in Julian Álvarez as being in poor taste, urging respect for the team's reputation. Yuste warned that such posts could create unnecessary tension and undermine the mutual respect between the two clubs.

Atlético Madrid has not issued an official statement, but maintains that the content was intended as a harmless joke. Barcelona confirmed that negotiations for Álvarez are ongoing and should be conducted on a professional basis.

The incident highlights how rivalries in La Liga now extend onto digital platforms, influencing public perception.