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Atlético de Madrid faces a decisive moment in its offensive planning, with an eye on a market that could shape the team's future in the medium term.
Atlético de Madrid is closely monitoring the continuity of Alexander Sorloth, whose presence as a forward does not convince the club after an inconsistent season with the first team.
Concurrently, Atlético de Madrid has already begun the search for a replacement to enhance its offensive capabilities, with Joaquín Panichelli emerging as a strong candidate, an Argentine forward who has excelled at Strasbourg.
Alexander Sorloth: Is His Continuity at Risk?
Alexander Sorloth arrived at Atlético de Madrid with high expectations, following his signing in 2024. However, his numbers have not matched the club's investment.
The 2024-25 season had ups and downs for Sorloth, with standout moments like his historic performance against Real Sociedad, but also signs that the coaching staff is seeking more consistency.
The Atlético fan base agrees that Alexander Sorloth no longer holds an indispensable role and, if he stays in the project, he must reinvent himself to avoid an exit.
Joaquín Panichelli Emerges as Offensive Option
Joaquín Panichelli has become one of the most closely followed young promises since joining Strasbourg, where he has scored ten goals in fifteen matches, sparking interest at Atlético de Madrid.
The French club paid €16.5 million to Alavés for Panichelli in the summer of 2025, demonstrating his potential and the interest he generates in Europe.
At Atlético de Madrid, they believe Joaquín Panichelli possesses many of the desired characteristics: goal-scoring ability, youth, room for improvement, and a viable economic profile.
Key Aspects of a Potential Generational Shift
One key aspect that leads Atlético de Madrid to consider Panichelli is his recent progression. After shining in the Second Division, the Argentine goal-scorer has made a solid transition to international football.
In contrast, Alexander Sorloth's value and influence seem to be declining, reinforcing the notion that his stay hinges on enhancing his contribution or accepting a secondary role.
For Atlético de Madrid, the equation is clear: if Sorloth remains, they must reinforce with complementary ideas; if they opt for Panichelli, they would be choosing a natural successor with medium-term implications.
What Might Happen in Atlético de Madrid's Market?
Atlético de Madrid must soon decide whether to sell or continue with Sorloth, as this will influence Panichelli's arrival in a market window where costs could rise.
If the Madrid club secures the Argentine's signing before other competitors, Atlético de Madrid could make a strategic move for the future without overloading the current squad.
Atlético de Madrid is in a critical phase of offensive transition: the future of the team's medium-term project is at stake between Alexander Sorloth's continuity and Joaquín Panichelli's potential leap.
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