Simeone points out Atlético's first departure in January

Robin Le Normand, 29-year-old center-back for Atlético de Madrid, could leave the club during the upcoming winter transfer window. According to RNE Deportes, the club's sporting management would be willing to listen to offers for the Spanish international, whose performance has raised doubts among the coaching staff of Diego Simeone. His contract expires in June 2029.

The possibility of his departure has led Mateu Alemany to explore alternatives to strengthen the defense. Among the names being considered at the Metropolitano is Lisandro Martínez, currently at Manchester United.

Cada vez que lo veo me parece más grave el fallo. Los dos goles que nos meten ayer son errores nuestros. Esto de Le Normand no lo puede hacer un jugador profesional en la vida. https://t.co/nCozv0Yym1

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Robin Le Normand loses credibility at Atlético de Madrid

The situation of Robin Le Normand has changed considerably in recent months. The defender arrived from Real Sociedad in the summer of 2024, after the rojiblanco club paid 34.5 million euros plus five in variables for his transfer. Mateu Alemany is negotiating the sale of Le Normand.

However, his performances at the start of this season have led to questions about his future at the club. The mistakes made against Villarreal and Alavés, where he conceded penalties, have increased criticism of his performance.

He was also singled out in the Champions League match against Bayern Munich, when a defensive indecision contributed to one of the German team's goals.

The center-back had enjoyed opportunities in the early matches due to the gradual integration of Cristian Romero and the fatigue experienced by several internationals after the World Cup. Despite this, he has not managed to secure his spot in the lineups.

According to information from RNE Deportes, the club is seriously considering his departure. The possibility of recouping part of the investment made two seasons ago is becoming more significant in the sporting planning.

Diego Simeone seeks alternatives to strengthen the defense

The potential departure of Le Normand would necessitate the addition of another center-back. Diego Simeone needs to restore defensive stability after recent defeats against Bayern Munich and FC Barcelona, which interrupted the team's good run.

In this context, Lisandro Martínez, a 28-year-old Argentine defender from Manchester United, emerges as a candidate. The international has a contract until June 2027, although the English club has an option to extend it for one more season.

His contractual situation could facilitate negotiations in January if the English club decides to accept offers. His market value is around 45 million euros, a figure higher than the current valuation of 20 million that Transfermarkt assigns to Robin Le Normand.

For now, there is no record of a formal offer from Atlético for Martínez or any advanced conversations to finalize his acquisition.

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Atlético wants to recoup part of its investment

The main difficulty in finding a buyer for Robin Le Normand will be establishing a price that satisfies all parties. His contract until 2029 allows the club to negotiate without the pressure of an impending contract expiration.

The defender will turn 30 years old on November 11, a circumstance that will also influence the financial conditions of a possible operation. Currently, no concrete proposal from another team has emerged.

With the market opening expected in January 2027, Mateu Alemany will need to determine which offers Atlético would be willing to accept and whether there is room to bring in a replacement. The future of Robin Le Normand will depend on whether a buyer appears and whether Diego Simeone has an alternative for his defense.

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