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28 Aug 2025 | 01.00
La Liga
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Atlético de Madrid has set its sights on Nico González, the current Argentine winger from Juventus, as a possible reinforcement before the closing of the transfer market.
However, the operation directly depends on a sale that frees up space in the squad and the wage bill. The red and white club negotiates under pressure after an irregular start in LaLiga, where Diego Simeone's team has let five points slip in just two matchdays, as reported by Esto es Atléti.
Simeone's search profile
The Argentine coach believes the team lacks a player capable of breaking lines with dribbling. In that context, Nico González emerges as the ideal solution: fast, vertical, and with solo dribbling skills. The sports management has already ruled out the return of Yannick Carrasco, understanding that the strategy involves rejuvenating the squad and betting on players with potential.
The Juventus player would even be willing to adjust his economic demands to facilitate the move to the Wanda Metropolitano. Personal agreement with the player is complete, but there is still a gap between the €15 million offered by Atlético and the €25 million demanded by Juve.
The sale that conditions the signing
The signing of Nico González will only be possible if a departure occurs. From England, Crystal Palace closely follows Conor Gallagher, while Juventus has shown interest in Nahuel Molina. However, the world champion full-back has no intention of leaving Madrid.
The board understands the need to balance the books before making a new investment. The chance of sealing a deal in the Premier League could unlock the operation in the coming days.
Atlético de Madrid needs an immediate response after a start filled with more doubts than certainties. The draw against Elche and the defeat in the first matchday have raised alarms. The statistics reflect the issue: 38 dribble attempts in two games, with only 42% success. Against Elche, only six dribbles completed out of 21 attempts.
This offensive deficit explains the urgency for a new signing. With players like Griezmann, Julián Álvarez, Sorloth, and Thiago Almada already in the squad, the team has goal scorers but lacks a natural winger.
Juventus is also on the move
Meanwhile, Juventus is looking to cover their backs. The Italian club is in negotiations for Edon Zhegrova from Lille as an alternative to replace the Argentine should the deal go through.
For Atlético de Madrid, acquiring Nico González would be a key investment in a moment of uncertainty. The Argentine offers youth, technical quality, and experience in Serie A. Releasing him would mean liquidity and adjusting the squad for Juventus.
The outcome depends on whether the Madrid club manages to finalize a transfer in the coming days. Until then, the arrival of the Argentine winger remains uncertain.
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