Ángel Correa reveals why he stayed at Atlético Madrid

Ángel Correa, one of the most emblematic players of Atlético de Madrid in recent years, was very close to leaving the club in 2019. The Argentine forward, who joined the club in 2014, confessed in a recent interview that the decision to stay was directly influenced by Gil Marín, the club's CEO.

Back then, Correa was in advanced negotiations with AC Milan, a prestigious club in Italy. The deal seemed almost sealed, with an offer of around 20 million euros on the table. Correa, on his part, was willing to seek new horizons. "At that moment, I felt I needed a change. The opportunity to go to Milan with my family was very tempting," explained the forward. However, as recounted in 'ElDesmarque', everything took an unexpected turn on the last day of the transfer market.

Staying at the Metropolitano out of loyalty to Atlético

It was at that moment that Gil Marín decided to intervene. The executive personally called Correa to ask him to reconsider his decision and not leave the red and white club. "Gil Marín asked me not to leave. He told me that the team needed me and that he trusted me," revealed the Argentine. Despite having the chance to move to a top club in Italy, Correa chose to remain at Atlético, largely due to the relationship he had built with the club and its leaders.

This gesture not only showed Correa's importance within the team but also the trust the club has in him as one of its pillars. Since then, the attacker has continued to be a key player, demonstrating his commitment and affection for the institution. Correa states that he feels Atlético as his home, and his decision to stay in Madrid, despite tempting offers, is a clear reflection of his loyalty to the club.

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