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Atlético de Madrid has decided to enter forcefully into an operation that seemed to be heading towards France. The red and white club has set its sights on stopping the signing of Dro Fernández , one of the great promises from the FC Barcelona youth academy, by Paris Saint-Germain .
The move is not random. At Atlético de Madrid, they believe that the young talent fits perfectly into their recruitment policy of players with potential, especially when it comes to market opportunities in their formative years.
Atlético de Madrid joins the race for Dro Fernández
Atlético de Madrid is ready to disrupt the operation that Paris Saint-Germain had well on track. The mattress club is considering matching or even exceeding the current conditions to close the signing of the 18-year-old player.
The key lies in his release clause, set at 6 million euros, a manageable figure for several top European clubs attentive to his development.
FC Barcelona's plan to retain the player
FC Barcelona is aware of the risk. The Catalan club is working on a express renewal to raise the clause to 10 million euros, with the aim of having greater control over Dro Fernández's future.
The issue is time. Paris Saint-Germain's interest has sped up the process and opened the door to third parties like Atlético de Madrid, which aims to take advantage of the situation.

Atletico's offensive changes the scenario
Here comes Atlético de Madrid. The Madrid club is willing to offer 10 million euros outright, the same amount FC Barcelona wants to set after the renewal.
This move would allow Atlético de Madrid to get ahead of both Paris Saint-Germain and the Catalan club, avoiding dependence on a lower clause.
Paris Saint-Germain, surprised by the reaction
In Paris, they did not expect this turn. Paris Saint-Germain had been following Dro Fernández for months and was confident in finalizing his signing by executing the current 6 million euro clause.
Atlético de Madrid's intervention forces the French club to rethink its strategy. The seemingly straightforward signing has turned into a covert auction.
Dro Fernández, a highly sought-after profile
Dro Fernández is considered one of the most promising talents of his generation. His development in FC Barcelona's academy has not gone unnoticed by the top European clubs.
Atlético de Madrid particularly values his competitive maturity and ability to adapt to various tactical contexts, fitting well with the club's philosophy.
An operation with a message to the market
Atlético de Madrid's interest not only aims to strengthen itself but also sends a clear message to its direct rivals: the club is prepared to compete with giants like Paris Saint-Germain for young talents.
Investing 10 million euros in an 18-year-old player demonstrates a strong commitment to the future and a clear willingness to anticipate the market.
The sporting factor could be decisive
Beyond money, the sporting project will be crucial. Atlético de Madrid offers an environment where young players often have real opportunities for progressive growth.
Paris Saint-Germain, on the other hand, has greater economic power but also fierce internal competition that may hinder the immediate progression of the player.
Atlético de Madrid pressures FC Barcelona
The situation also troubles FC Barcelona. The Catalan club risks losing one of its most promising academy players if it fails to seal the renewal in time.
Atlético de Madrid plays on this pressure, aware that each day passing without an agreement makes the player's definitive departure more likely.
An imminent outcome
The coming weeks will be decisive. Paris Saint-Germain, FC Barcelona, and Atlético de Madrid are making their moves in an operation that has unexpectedly gained intensity.
What seemed like a closed signing has turned into a strategic battle.
Atlético de Madrid, determined to go all the way
Atlético de Madrid doesn't shy away. It aims to thwart Paris Saint-Germain's signing and secure Dro Fernández by betting strongly from the start.
If the operation goes through, the red and white club will not only gain an emerging talent but will also have made a bold statement in the market, reaffirming that Atlético de Madrid also plays big in the realm of top prospects.
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