Simeone's discard that Atlético needs to sell NOW

In the press conference before the match against Villarreal, Diego Simeone made it clear that Atlético de Madrid has not yet completed its squad for the season. "The squad is not closed yet," reiterated the Argentine coach, suggesting that there could be both arrivals and departures at Atlético in the final days of the transfer market.

One of the names causing more uncertainty at the moment is Rodrigo Riquelme. The academy player returned to Atlético in June 2023 after a standout season on loan at Girona, where he played nearly 2,000 minutes in all competitions. However, his future at the club remains undecided, with several teams interested in acquiring his services.

Roma Shows Interest in Riquelme

Roma, under the management of Daniele De Rossi, has shown strong interest in Riquelme. The Italian club has been in frequent contact with both the player's representatives and Atlético de Madrid, willing to ask for between 25 and 30 million euros for the Madrid-born winger. Roma is still waiting for the possible departure of Paulo Dybala to Saudi Arabia, a move that could facilitate Riquelme's arrival in Italy. However, until the Dybala deal is finalized, the future of "Roro" remains uncertain.

On the other hand, Girona, a standout team from the previous season and qualified for the Champions League, has also expressed interest in bringing back the player. After his successful spell at the Catalan club, where he became a key player, Girona would view his permanent return very favorably this time.

Despite the rumors and interest from other clubs, 'Roro' Riquelme is happy at Atlético and his priority is to stay at the club he considers home. However, Atlético's need to generate income after a summer of major investments could lead to tough decisions. If an offer that satisfies both parties arrives, the player would not stand in the way of his departure.

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