Atletico Madrid president Enrique Cerezo has dismissed rumors regarding the potential transfer of Julian Alvarez to FC Barcelona, asserting that the Argentine forward will remain with the club for the foreseeable future. Cerezo praised Alvarez's performance in the first leg, where Atletico secured a 2-0 lead over Barcelona. As both teams gear up for the second leg at the Metropolitano Stadium, Cerezo emphasized his team's readiness and determination to win, stating, "We’ve prepared very well for this match, we’ve worked hard, and we hope to play a good game." He expressed confidence in advancing to the semifinals, stating, "I really have no doubts, I’m convinced we’ll play a great game and advance to the next round." Cerezo also shared his thoughts on officiating, expressing his discontent with VAR and emphasizing the importance of allowing referees to make decisions without interference.