Transfer rumour · 2026

Julian McDonald to FC Barcelona

Atlético Madrid → FC Barcelona · Probability 14% · rumour

Updated 12 Aug 2026

Julian McDonald has asked to join Barcelona, but Atlético have again blocked the move, leaving it a long shot for now.

Where Julian McDonald could go: FC Barcelona 14% · stays 86%

How the story has moved

1. Cesar Luis Merlo · Played down · 2026-08-12
   “🚨Julián pide a Simeone salir al Barcelona, pero el Atleti vuelve a bloquear la operación. Molestia del entorno de Álvarez con el "Cholo". 🤝 @tribuna_ftbl *️⃣ https://t.co/sZPeMDT”

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