IMMINENT: Johnny Cardoso, new player for Atlético de Madrid

Johnny Cardoso is about to make a definitive leap in his career. The midfielder from Real Betis will soon be wearing the shirt of Atlético de Madrid, after both clubs reached a preliminary agreement that will make him one of the most talked-about signings of the summer market. The operation, which has been in the works for weeks, has been closed for a total amount of 25 million euros, confirming the interest of the red and whites in strengthening their midfield with a physical and technical profile like that of the American.

CONFIRMED: Johnny Cardoso signs for Atlético de Madrid

The agreement stipulates that the Verdiblanco club will receive 20 million directly, while the other five million will be allocated to the player's original club, thus fulfilling the clauses agreed upon at the time. In Heliópolis, Cardoso's departure does not come as a surprise, although it leaves an important gap in the team's lineup, given the influence he had gained in the center of the field since his arrival.

Cardoso has been one of the revelations of the season in LaLiga, and his performances did not go unnoticed by an Atlético de Madrid looking to rejuvenate and revitalize its squad. The American's arrival fits Diego Pablo Simeone's roadmap, who values the player's versatility, energy, and tactical vision. At just 23 years old, his progression has been meteoric, and his time at Betis has served as a perfect showcase to make the leap to a club with higher aspirations.

The official announcement is imminent, and it is expected that Johnny will join the colchonero discipline in the coming days, once he passes the medical examinations. The Atlético fans are already excited about the arrival of a midfielder who promises to bring balance and quality to a crucial area of the field.

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