Atletico Madrid missing 3 players vs Liverpool as Julian Alvarez decision made
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Key Points:
- Atletico Madrid will face Liverpool at Anfield in their Champions League opener, traveling without three players but including Julian Alvarez despite preseason doubts.
- Alvarez's summer transfer saga involved a public dispute with Barcelona and interest from Arsenal, but he ultimately remained at Atletico amid fan backlash.
- Key absences for Atletico include Arnau Ortiz, suspended from a previous Champions League red card, and injured striker Alexander Sorloth.
- Young striker Miguel Cubo is not in the main squad and is expected to play in the UEFA Youth League against Liverpool's U19s.
- Atletico's squad features new signings Jonathan David and Kang-In Lee, with Cristian Romero also included after his move from Tottenham.
