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Rodrigo De Paul could be living his last months as an Atlético de Madrid player. Although the Argentine midfielder has a contract until June 2026, moves have already begun from the club's top management to facilitate his departure in this transfer window. The need to make room in the squad and generate income to make new signings positions De Paul as one of the potential strategic sales.
Atlético considers it the ideal time to part ways with the midfielder, as reported by the newspaper AS. At 31, he still holds a good reputation, especially in Serie A (where he shone with Udinese), and could fetch a sum close to 25 million euros. This is a significant amount for a club that needs income to revamp its midfield, which will see the arrivals of Johnny Cardoso and Álex Baena.
His prominence will decrease with the new signings
Despite enjoying some continuity under Simeone, his role in the recent Club World Cup raised doubts. Furthermore, the arrival of new players could diminish his importance next season. De Paul, on the other hand, has no intention of leaving. He feels comfortable in Madrid and understands that staying at a high-level club would enhance his chances of being selected for the Argentine national team in the upcoming World Cup.
However, there seems to be a clash of interests. Atlético aims to make a profit while De Paul is reluctant to move. Inter, Milan, and Galatasaray are already monitoring his situation. The Argentine's future will be determined in the coming weeks.
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