Atlético Madrid will listen to offers for Johnny Cardoso in the summer

The American midfielder has not performed at the level expected by Diego Pablo Simeone.

Javier Parra Peña | 10 Feb 2026 | 00.00
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Atlético de Madrid will listen to offers for Johnny Cardoso this summer.
Atlético de Madrid will listen to offers for Johnny Cardoso this summer.

The Atlético de Madrid has decided to showcase Johnny Cardoso ahead of the summer transfer window. This decision follows an analysis of the contribution of the American international, who has not managed to establish himself as an undisputed piece in the tactical scheme.

With the need to balance finances and renew certain positions, the Madrid club sees an opportunity in the midfielder in the market. The Premier League seems the most likely destination for a player who still holds an enviable status in the British Isles.

Atlético de Madrid's Revenue Plan for the New Season

The rojiblanco team understands that to continue growing, it must be harsh with those players who have not made the expected leap in quality. The Metropolitano's offices have set the exit of their central midfielder at around 30 million euros, aiming to recover the investment made.

Despite his youth and physical prowess, the numbers of the North American midfielder reflect a difficult adaptation to the pace demanded by Spanish football. To date, the player has accumulated just 775 minutes of action, participating in a total of 14 official matches this season.

This lack of continuity has led Atlético de Madrid to prioritize other profiles that better fit the current coaching staff's identity. The intention is clear: sell assets to finance the arrival of reinforcements that ensure an immediate impact on the group's performance.

The board is confident that the English market, known for its economic strength, will accept the financial demands set to transfer the midfielder born in New Jersey. This way, the club will be able to undertake new operations without compromising the financial stability of the entity in the near future.

Cardoso - Atlético de Madrid

Premier League Follows Johnny Cardoso's Steps

The interest from England is not new, as several clubs have been monitoring the midfielder's progress during the last months of the competition. Teams like Nottingham Forest, Brentford, and Newcastle United have shown their willingness to enter serious negotiations for the player.

For Atlético de Madrid, this scenario of competition among British clubs is ideal to ensure that the selling price does not decrease significantly. Johnny Cardoso's profile, characterized by his recovery ability and power, fits perfectly with the dynamic style of the Premier League.

Meanwhile, the colchonero squad feels covered in that position thanks to the hierarchy of captains and the emergence of young talents. The rotation led by Koke and Pablo Barrios offers a solvency that allows for the omission of other players less used by the coach.

This is complemented by the arrival of new blood with names like Rodrigo Mendoza and Obed Vargas, who represent the future of the midfield. Atlético de Madrid also contemplates the definitive return of Marcos Llorente to roles more focused on creation and defensive balance.

The Future of the American Midfielder Away from the Capital

The chapter of the midfielder in the Spanish capital seems to be numbered after landing at the club just a year ago. It is curious that such a recent signing is being marked to leave the rojiblanca discipline, but elite football urgencies do not wait.

Atlético de Madrid needs to generate salary space and vacancies to integrate players who will arrive soon with the status of undisputed starters. The sale of the North American midfielder is seen as a necessary strategic move to maintain competitiveness in all national and international tournaments.

All signs point to a frantic summer in the club's offices, with the goal of assembling a much more balanced squad. The destiny of Johnny Cardoso will serve as a gauge to measure the team's maneuvering capacity in an increasingly demanding global market.

This news is an automatic translation. You can read the original news, El Atlético de Madrid escuchará ofertas en verano por Johnny Cardoso

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