The tremendous mistake that will cost Atlético de Madrid

Atlético de Madrid made an error that could prove very costly in the future by not including a buy-back option in the sale of Samu Omorodion to Porto. The young forward, who had only a brief stint with the red and white team, has started strongly in his new phase in Portugal, showcasing the potential that could have been utilized by Atlético.

Samu Omorodion, who arrived at Atlético after a short but promising spell at Granada, didn't get the chance to debut under Diego Simeone. Without a spot in the squad, he was loaned to Deportivo Alavés, where glimpses of his quality were shown, but ultimately his fate lay in the transfer market. Porto, one of the clubs most adept at spotting young talent, secured the forward's services for 15 million euros, acquiring 50% of his rights.

No possibility of getting him back

As reported by 'Eldesmarque', the issue for Atlético lies in the fact that the deal did not include a buy-back option, preventing the red and white club from having the chance to bring the player back in the future. Even though Porto could pay up to 25 million for 80% of his rights in the next two years, the door for Omorodion's return to the Metropolitano has been shut. This highlights a lack of foresight from Atlético, which has already invested over 100 million in forwards like Alexander Sorloth and Julián Álvarez, while Omorodion shines in Portugal.

Samu Omorodion's impressive goal-scoring streak at Porto only magnifies the mistake of not securing a potential buy-back, leaving Atlético with no room for maneuver if the player continues to dazzle.

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