CLOSED: Thiago Almada new signing for Atletico Madrid

The Argentine midfielder will arrive to enhance the rotation of Diego Pablo Simeone.

 
Javier Parra Peña | 15 Jul 2025 | 20.26
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CLOSED: Thiago Almada will play for Atlético de Madrid
CLOSED: Thiago Almada will play for Atlético de Madrid

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Atlético de Madrid already has new confirmed offensive talent. Fabrizio Romano, a key figure in the transfer market, announced that Thiago Almada is officially the new rojiblanco player after reaching an agreement with Olympique de Lyon. The Madrid club will pay around 40 million euros for the Argentine international, a sum that reflects the entity's strong commitment to reinforcing the creation zone. Almada lands at the Metropolitano to fill the void left by Ángel Correa's departure to Tigres in Mexico.

With Almada's arrival, Diego Simeone adds a different profile to his attacking midfield. The Argentine, who has established himself as an attacking midfielder with a great ability to filter passes, take on opponents, and reach the opponent's area, is also expected to share responsibilities in the playmaking role alongside Álex Baena and a 34-year-old Antoine Griezmann. The versatility of the former Lyon player allows him to operate both centrally and starting from a wing, a quality that ‘Cholo’ will appreciate to diversify the colchonero attack.

Thiago Almada, new Atlético de Madrid player

Furthermore, Julián Álvarez's presence in the team opens the door to an Argentine partnership that excites the rojiblanca fans. The harmony between them could enhance the attack, where Simeone is looking for new options to maintain competitiveness in all competitions. Almada, at 23 years old, arrives at the peak of his football maturity and with the motivation to establish himself in European elite football following his successful spell in the MLS and Lyon.

With this move, Atlético not only covers Correa's departure but also sets the stage for a renewed offense and alternatives to regulate their veteran figures. Almada is now with Atleti: the challenge will be to meet the expectations on the field.

 

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