Atlético de Madrid activates the Matías Soulé route

The transfer market of Atlético de Madrid remains very active, with the colchonero team seeking quality reinforcements to compete for LaLiga and the UEFA Champions League. One of their new targets, due to Nico González's departure, is Matías Soulé, an attacker from Roma.

The Madrid coaching staff aims for a versatile player who not only brings freshness but also accepts healthy competition with the young Giuliano Simeone. The club's planning has taken an unexpected turn in the final days of the summer market. They have intensified their search for offensive profiles to bring in players with a high growth potential. With the need to add players capable of breaking lines in the final third, the colchonero offices are closely monitoring the situation of Matías Soulé.

The Madrid club aims to make a definitive move in the market and boost the right flank of their attack with the Argentine talent. However, the board led by Enrique Cerezo knows well that international competition will be tough. The skillful player from AS Roma has become a highly sought-after target for several entities in Europe.

Dortmund, rival of Atlético de Madrid for the signing of Matías Soulé

Despite the significant interest from the red-and-white technical staff, a German club currently leads the bidding with a lucrative offer. Borussia Dortmund has decisively taken the lead in the race for the South American player, moving swiftly in negotiations. The Bundesliga club has already made direct contacts with his representatives in Milan and with the Roma board itself.

Reports from June 2026 reveal that the European runner-up is fully prepared to offer 40 million euros for his transfer. This bid aligns symmetrically with the valuation set in the Italian capital, where the club values their gem between 35 and 40 million euros. The Italian club urgently needs to generate profits before June 30 due to their Financial Fair Play commitments with UEFA.

The German squad urgently seeks a reliable replacement after Julian Brandt's departure as a free agent. Hence, they see the 23-year-old forward as the perfect alternative to take over the right flank. It's worth noting that the transfer of Matías Soulé to the Italian club in July 2024 was completed for a reported figure of 25.6 million euros from Juventus.

The player from Mar del Plata initially came through the youth ranks of Vélez Sarsfield before moving to Europe at a very young age. His breakthrough in the elite came during a successful loan spell at Frosinone, where he scored 11 goals in Serie A. Standing at 1.82 meters, he usually plays as a right winger or attacking midfielder, but is also capable of leading the line.

His style stands out for excellent dribbling, great agility, and a game vision ideal for making diagonal runs towards the penalty area. Moreover, his creativity and left-footed strike have drawn comparisons with his compatriot Ángel Di María. This flashy and direct playing style is highly appreciated by Diego Pablo Simeone, who sees him as a rough diamond.

During the last season wearing the giallorossa shirt, the player showed great consistency by featuring in 33 Serie A matches. In the domestic league, he contributed 6 goals and 5 assists, numbers that rose to 8 goals and 8 assists across all competitions. The forward has a valid contract at the Stadio Olimpico until June 2029, with a market value listed at 35.00 million euros by Transfermarkt.

The addition of the under-23 international at the Metropolitano would aim to complement the offensive rotation of the squad. Though he may require an adaptation period to cope with Cholo's demanding defensive pace, his arrival would bring a great deal of freshness to the frontline. Atlético de Madrid will have to decide in the coming hours whether to match the German offer or seek other alternatives in this exciting summer market.

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