Diego Simeone is orchestrating a major squad overhaul for Atletico Madrid's 2025/26 campaign. With star midfielder Rodrigo De Paul likely departing and significant investment already made, further key signings are anticipated before August's close, including a potential move for free agent Dusan Tadic.
Atletico Madrid confirms Thiago Almada's €21M transfer from Botafogo, their third major summer signing. The Argentine joins a busy window with Baena and Ruggeri, plus Cardoso inbound. Almada eyes Angel Correa's former role.
Atletico Madrid's boss Diego Simeone is orchestrating a major squad overhaul after a disappointing Club World Cup. With several key departures and new arrivals, Simeone is now eyeing Lille's Matias Fernandez-Pardo to bolster his attacking options for the upcoming season.
Atletico Madrid swiftly signed Alex Baena and Matteo Ruggeri, but their 'dream signing' Cristian Romero is off. Tottenham's firm £70m stance led Atletico to shift focus to other defensive targets, as a desired move for the Argentine central defender failed to materialize.
Atletico Madrid finalized Baena and Ruggeri's signings while selling Riquelme. The biggest news is Angel Correa's confirmed move to Tigres, ending his decade-long Atleti career. His departure, a tough pill for fans, leaves a void as Atleti seeks a new center-back.
Atletico Madrid is busy in the transfer market, securing Baena and Ruggeri, with Cardoso next. Top targets include Tottenham's Cristian Romero and Fulham's Alex Iwobi, promising a dynamic summer for Los Colchoneros.
Atalanta's Europa League star Ademola Lookman, crowned African Player of the Year, is a top target. Arsenal and Atletico Madrid are reportedly battling for his signature after his stellar season, including a Europa League final hat-trick.
Atletico Madrid is aggressively pursuing Tottenham's star defender Cristian Romero. While Spurs demand £70m, Romero's reported desire for a La Liga move could be crucial for Atleti's ambitious title aspirations.
