Barcelona welcomes Atletico Madrid on September 12, 2026. The clash is clearly on.

It follows a failed transfer of Julian Alvarez. That saga has strained relations among both sides.

Sources say the situation is unresolved. The game will happen as scheduled.

Both sides will play on the field. They do this regardless of the persisting bad blood from the dispute.

The negotiation controversy stays open. Nobody has cancelled the match.

The scheduled day stands. Supporters will watch the clubs meet.