The 3 players who could leave Atlético de Madrid in winter

The Atletico team has received offers for three football players ahead of the transfer market opening in January.

Javier Parra Peña | 5 Dec 2025 | 02.00
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The 3 players who could leave Atlético Madrid in winter
The 3 players who could leave Atlético Madrid in winter

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Atlético de Madrid faces the winter transfer market with a key decision: to offload three players from the squad to reshape its roster. Alexander Sørloth, Giacomo Raspadori, and Conor Gallagher are on the transfer list, attracting real interest from top-level clubs.

The club values balancing the books and freeing up offensive and midfield space, with the possibility of making more signings in winter.

Atlético de Madrid and the open door for Sørloth

Alexander Sørloth has seen his prominence at Atlético de Madrid diminish after an inconsistent season. He arrived hoping to be the offensive reference but failed to establish himself as a regular starter under Diego Pablo Simeone's leadership. This situation has raised alarms: Newcastle United, in need of aerial power and a goal-scoring option, is a strong candidate to sign him.

The English club is closely monitoring his progress and preparing a suitable offer if Atlético decides to let him go. For Sørloth, 29 years old and with a history of scoring goals, the Premier League represents a new challenge; for Atlético, it would be a departure that could free up wage budget and space in the forward line.

Giacomo Raspadori attracts interest from Roma after limited playing time

Giacomo Raspadori has not adapted as expected at Atlético de Madrid. With few minutes and irregular appearances, his role within the team has been reduced. This lack of continuity has sparked interest from Roma, which is exploring a loan deal with a purchase option as a viable alternative. Gasperini is seeking a versatile attacker, capable of playing on the wing or as a second striker, fitting Raspadori's profile perfectly.

The Italian capital club believes that the operation would involve reasonable figures, which combined with the player's urgency to regain form and Atlético's need to adjust the squad, could lead to his winter departure.

Conor Gallagher, heading to the Premier League to regain prominence

Conor Gallagher joins the group of players on their way out. His arrival at Atlético de Madrid sparked expectations, but the English midfielder failed to establish himself as a starter. Injuries and internal competition pushed him down the pecking order, and now Manchester United is showing the most interest in securing his transfer.

The Red Devils appreciate his energy, physical presence, and offensive contribution, making him an attractive option to strengthen the midfield. For Gallagher, returning to the Premier League would be a chance to regain regularity; for Atlético de Madrid, an opportunity to recoup part of the investment made.

Three departures that redefine the colchonero project

The winter market presents a decisive window for Atlético de Madrid. Selling Sørloth, Raspadori, or Gallagher would involve significant moves and redefine offensive and tactical priorities. The club aims to balance salary improvements and make room for new signings—potentially better suited to the current setup—while interested players would enjoy more minutes and prominence in new destinations.

The final decision will depend on formal offers, each club's economic demands, and the players' desires. The certainty is that significant movements could happen in January. Atlético de Madrid must decide between embracing an ambitious restructuring or giving internal talents a second chance. The winter market is underway, and this trio could be at the center of one of the most significant reshuffles of the year.

This news is an automatic translation. You can read the original news, Los 3 jugadores que podrían dejar el Atlético de Madrid en invierno

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