Atlético to Real Madrid on X: 'you make us laugh more than Barcelona'

Atlético de Madrid engaged in a public spat with Real Madrid on the social media platform X, humorously responding to a statement made by Real Madrid concerning a €150 million offer for player Julián Álvarez. Atlético's replies were sharp, witty, and dismissive, suggesting that Real Madrid's actions provide more amusement than even their rivals, Barcelona.

In a series of four distinct points, Atlético addressed Real Madrid's communication. First, they alluded to a supposed video of the Pope stating he is also an Atlético supporter, implying Real Madrid might have missed it. Second, Atlético clarified that they do not appreciate Real Madrid's actions, stating, "You may have confused politeness with gratitude, but just so there are no doubts: we thank you for nothing." This directly refuted any implication of gratitude from Real Madrid's side.

Thirdly, Atlético asserted that they are neither studying nor evaluating any offers for Julián Álvarez, directly countering the premise of Real Madrid's statement. The final and perhaps most pointed remark came with the assertion, "How could we not get along, if you make us laugh even more than Barcelona." This jab aimed to diminish Real Madrid's perceived status and highlight Atlético's own sense of superiority in this exchange.

In a subsequent tweet, Atlético further commented on the relationship with Real Madrid's "new president," urging them to stop "stealing" players from Atlético's academy. This added another layer of contention to the already heated exchange between the two Madrid-based football clubs.