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Alexander Sorloth arrived at Atlético de Madrid in the summer of 2024 as one of the main bets of the red and white team to strengthen its attack. After a good season at Villarreal, where he proved to be an efficient striker, Atlético decided to spend 32 million euros to secure his services. However, after playing 13 matches in the current season, the Norwegian forward has not met expectations. With only three goals to his name, his performance has raised doubts and criticism from fans and the media.
The Unexpected Poor Performance of Sorloth at Atlético de Madrid
The mattress team, known for its defensive strength and lethal attack, expected Sorloth to bring more impact to the offensive line. However, his lack of effectiveness in front of the goal is starting to weigh on Simeone's team's scheme. The absence of more goals and his limited involvement in crucial plays have put Sorloth's signing in doubt, especially considering the high cost of his arrival from Villarreal.
At 28 years old, Sorloth is at a stage in his career where he should be reaching his peak. But at Atlético de Madrid, the adaptation has not been as expected. The movements that once made him stand out at Villarreal seem to have faded, and his disconnect with some teammates on the field is becoming more evident. The pressure to improve his goal-scoring figures is high, and with each passing matchday, the margin for error diminishes.
Atlético de Madrid continues to believe that Sorloth can turn this situation around and start responding with goals. However, if results do not improve soon, doubts about his signing will continue to grow as fans expect more from the forward who arrived with the label of a major reinforcement.
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