The next signing for Atlético is already agreed: It will cost 30 million

Atlético de Madrid has decided to make a strong bet on Johnny Cardoso, and they will do so without skimping on expenses. The rojiblanco club will pay close to 30 million euros to Real Betis to secure the services of the American midfielder, a figure that the Andalusians were not willing to negotiate either down or on flexible terms. The agreement between both entities is total, and only the player's incorporation after enjoying his vacation remains pending.

Cardoso, 23 years old, will close a period of great growth at the verdiblanco team, where this season he has been one of the most consistent players in the squad. He has participated in 46 official matches, 38 of them as a starter, accumulating over 3,300 minutes and showing quality moments against strong opponents like Real Madrid or Atlético himself, which convinced Simeone.

A central midfielder that Simeone has been requesting for several seasons

Despite not having a leading role in the recent Gold Cup with the U.S. national team due to physical discomfort, there is confidence at the Metropolitano in his recovery and the impact he can have in an area of the field that has long needed a reliable replacement. According to AS, Johnny's arrival will allow Koke to be relieved of defensive duties and boost young talents like Pablo Barrios.

Due to his involvement with the national team, Cardoso will be the last to join Atlético's preseason, missing the initial training camp in Los Ángeles de San Rafael. Nevertheless, his signing is already celebrated as one of the major moves of the colchonero summer.

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