India, Sept. 19 -- Diego Simeone has delivered timely relief for Atletico Madrid ahead of Sunday's Madrid derby, confirming Julian Alvarez has shaken off a muscular overload issue and is available to face Real Madrid. The Argentine striker missed back-to-back La Liga fixtures against Real Sociedad and Osasuna after picking up the quadriceps problem.

"Julian will be with us for the derby. We'll decide afterwards whether he starts the match or comes on during the game," Simeone revealed ahead of the crucial Madrid derby.

Julian Alvarez Injury Update

The 25-year-old's absence stretched across two matchdays, with Atletico's medical staff prioritising a cautious recovery timeline rather than rushing him into the Osasuna clash.

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