Julián Álvarez Ruled Out With Muscle Problem

Julián Álvarez has been ruled out of Atlético Madrid's LaLiga trip to Real Sociedad after suffering a muscular overload in training.

Atlético confirmed that the Argentina international experienced the problem during Saturday's training session before undergoing the necessary medical tests.

“Following the relevant tests, the club's medical staff have ruled out Julián Álvarez's participation in today's away game,” Atlético said.

The setback means Álvarez will miss Atlético's match at the Reale Arena as Diego Simeone's side look to respond after a difficult start to the campaign.

The forward had only recently returned to a more prominent role for Atlético and completed his first full match of the season in the team's 2–1 Champions League defeat to Liverpool at Anfield.

His latest fitness issue therefore represents an unwanted interruption, although the club has not indicated that the problem is a serious injury.

Álvarez will also be monitored ahead of Argentina's upcoming fixtures, with the national team expected to assess his condition before making decisions over his availability.

Atlético are already dealing with other fitness concerns in attack, making Álvarez's absence another problem for Simeone to manage.

The Spanish club will now continue to monitor the 26-year-old's recovery before providing further information on when he can return to action.