Atlético Madrid Tempts Flaco López

The Argentine forward is on Simeone's agenda for 2027.

Javier Parra Peña | 9 Oct 2026 | 02.00
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<p>Atlético Madrid tempts Flaco López</p>
<p>Atlético Madrid tempts Flaco López</p>

Atlético de Madrid has set its sights on José López, center forward of Palmeiras, as an alternative to replace Julián Álvarez and his possible departure in 2025. The main objective of Atlético de Madrid's signing is a forward to renew its rotation.

According to journalist Rubén Uría, the red and white board closely follows the situation of the Argentine international due to Julián Álvarez's intention to leave the club at the end of the season, with the economic demands of the Brazilian leadership standing at 40 million euros.

Restructuring of Atlético de Madrid's forward line

Atlético de Madrid's technical secretariat is considering deep changes in the attack, where Alexander Sørloth's contract ends in June 2028 and he has options to leave midway through the year. Meanwhile, the club is evaluating activating the purchase option for Jonathan David after his loan from Juventus. In this scenario, the 25-year-old's option gains strength after recording 21 goals and 11 assists in 51 official matches played with Palmeiras in the 2026 season.

The 6'3" tall forward has a contract with the São Paulo squad until December 2030 and has consolidated his presence in Lionel Scaloni's call-ups for the Argentina national team.

The conditions set by Palmeiras to authorize Flaco's departure

Conditions imposed by Palmeiras to authorize Flaco's departure

Despite the striker's release clause amounting to 100 million euros, Palmeiras' board is willing to negotiate the transfer if a formal offer of 40 million euros is presented. The player has expressed interest in making the leap to European football in the next transfer window.

Atlético de Madrid's leadership values the penalty box player's profile as a reliable replacement to sustain Diego Simeone's tactical offensive prowess.

Financial planning of the Madrid club for the summer window

Atlético de Madrid's board plans to finance the operation through the financial injection resulting from Julián Álvarez's permanent transfer. The funds obtained will allow covering the valuation of 40 million euros without exceeding LaLiga's salary cap limits.

The mattress executives trust that the presence of Argentine players in the squad will facilitate the forward's adaptation to Spanish football. Atlético de Madrid's scouts will maintain on-site monitoring of José López's performances in the Brazilian championship during the months of November and December 2026.

If Julián Álvarez's departure materializes in 2027, Atlético de Madrid's board will initiate negotiations with Palmeiras to finalize the incorporation of the Argentine forward.

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