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Giacomo Raspadori faces decisive hours in his time at Atlético de Madrid. The Italian forward, one of the most ambitious bets of the rojiblanco club last summer, is very close to changing teams after several days of intense negotiations with AS Roma.
The winter transfer market is progressing, and Atlético could finalize its second departure after Javi Galán's exit. Giacomo Raspadori now appears as the main protagonist, in an operation that has been taking shape as hours pass by.
There is no dissatisfaction at the Metropolitano with the performance of the Italian. Diego Simeone has positively assessed his attitude and impact in the minutes played, but strong offensive competition has limited his real prominence in LaLiga.
Giacomo Raspadori and a challenging fit at Atlético
Since his arrival, Giacomo Raspadori has not managed to establish himself as a starter. He has participated in 14 official matches but was only a starter in one league match, accumulating just over 400 minutes across all competitions.
However, the numbers support his performance. Two goals and three assists reflect a direct influence on the scoreline every 82 minutes, a fact that the sports management values, even though he has not had continuity.
Atlético de Madrid had a clear initial stance. They only considered a permanent exit if they recouped the investment made to Napoli, estimated at 22 million plus variables. This position halted the initial contacts with Roma.
AS Roma takes the decisive step
AS Roma never concealed its interest in Giacomo Raspadori. From the beginning, they opted for a loan with a purchasing option, a formula more in line with their sports and financial planning.
In the last hours, the Italian club has enhanced its proposal. An agreement between the entities is very close after an alignment of positions that unlocked a negotiation that seemed stalled.
On the table is a loan until June, accompanied by a non-mandatory purchase option. The final figures have not been disclosed, but the total amount could approximate the demands of Atlético.
Gasperini, key to convincing the striker
The sports factor has been decisive. Giacomo Raspadori knows that Gian Piero Gasperini awaits him in Rome, a coach who fully trusts his profile and guarantees him a more prominent role.
The striker prioritizes playing time. He wants to arrive in peak form for next summer's World Cup, although Italy must first overcome a demanding playoff in March. Playing regularly is his immediate goal. In that context, returning to Serie A appears as a strategic opportunity. In Roma, he would have continuity, visibility, and a system more adapted to his offensive characteristics.
Atlético accepts an early exit
At Atlético de Madrid, they are aware that the operation was not the initial plan, but they understand the player's stance. Giacomo Raspadori did not force his departure, although he conveyed his desire for more prominence.
The club values his professionalism and does not close the door on him. The negotiations progress respectfully among all parties, with the feeling that the final agreement is a matter of time.
If nothing goes awry, Giacomo Raspadori will end his time at Atlético after just a few months. A brief but intense step that now seems to become a new adventure in Italy.
The Italian arrived in the summer but has not fully convinced Simeone, so his departure from the Metropolitano is seen as an attempt to recoup the 22 million euros paid for him to Napoli just six months ago.
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