Premier League
Atlético de Madrid has set its sights on Jeremy Sarmiento, the Ecuadorian winger who has just completed a standout season in the English Championship. After achieving promotion with Burnley, the player will not continue at Brighton, and preliminary contacts have already been made from the Metropolitano to understand his contractual situation, as reported by CalcioMercato. The interest from Atlético in Sarmiento, who was born in Spain and holds Spanish nationality, aligns with the club's intention to strengthen the flanks with young and skillful talent.
Sarmiento has had a rising trajectory in England, from his time in Charlton's youth academy to joining Brighton, a team that signed him for a sum close to half a million euros. Despite being loaned out twice, first to Ipswich Town and then to Burnley, his performance in the English second division has been more than convincing. With 37 appearances and four goals last season, he was a key player in Burnley's promotion, a performance that has not gone unnoticed by clubs on the continent.
Jeremy Sarmiento, on Atlético de Madrid's radar
Despite having a contract until 2027, Brighton no longer sees him in their plans, so his definitive departure is just a matter of time. His dual nationality could facilitate a transfer to LaLiga, and his background in English football has equipped him with a competitive physique and a game reading that could fit into Simeone's plans.
At the moment, Atlético has only inquired about conditions, but the fact that the interest has arisen directly from Madrid, his hometown, could be a key factor. With World Cup experience and a record in top leagues, Sarmiento could find in the colchonero team a new platform to establish himself in Europe.
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