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4 Aug 2025 | 19.34
La Liga
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Diego Simeone is clear that Atlético de Madrid urgently needs to strengthen in the midfield. The injury to Pablo Barrios and the departure of Rodrigo De Paul to Inter Miami have left the Argentine coach with a serious problem in the center of the field, and he is not willing to face the decisive stretch of the season without a reliable solution.
The Atletico coach is looking for a very specific profile: a midfielder with the ability to win back balls but also capable of building play from the back. It's not just about disrupting the opponents' game, but also about offering fluidity and judgment in ball circulation. A complete central midfielder who fits his system and can immediately adapt to the team's demands.
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Among the alternatives that the Atletico sporting direction is considering, there are several interesting options. Alan Varela from Porto is one of the most favored names due to his youth, intensity, and tactical understanding. Marc Casadó, a youth product of FC Barcelona, has also emerged as a possibility, with the Catalan club willing to negotiate his transfer. On the other hand, Rubén Neves, currently playing for Al Hilal in Saudi Arabia, is a player who excites the coaching staff, although his high salary greatly complicates any potential acquisition.
Simeone does not want to wait. The Argentine believes that signing a midfielder is key to maintaining the team's competitiveness and not losing ground in the pursuit of the season's objectives. The message to the club is clear: an immediate addition is needed to raise the team's level and take on responsibilities from the first minute. At the Metropolitano, the transfer market remains open... and the clock is ticking.
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