Atlético Madrid has its eye on Takefusa Kubo

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Atlético de Madrid has set its sights on Takefusa Kubo to strengthen its offense before the end of the summer transfer market, considering the need to sign a dribbling winger at the request of Diego Pablo Simeone, as reported by Fichajes.

With Giuliano Simeone currently occupying the position without a reliable substitute, the Atletico sports management believes that Kubo's arrival could be the missing piece to complete an ambitious transfer window, as reported by Marca.

Kubo's future at Real Sociedad is not guaranteed, and his recent change in agents has sparked rumors of a possible departure this summer.

Before signing, Atlético must sell

The addition of the Japanese player will not be straightforward. According to Marca, the operation is conditioned on the departure of some first-team players. Among the potential candidates to leave the Metropolitano this month are Conor Gallagher and Nahuel Molina, who are attracting interest from the Premier League and Serie A, respectively.

For now, Takefusa Kubo's name remains on the agenda, but significant progress will not be made until a major sale occurs to free up space in the squad and salary budget.

Takefusa Kubo is not the only option

Kubo is not the only one on the list. Atlético is also in talks with Juventus to explore a possible exchange involving Nahuel Molina and Nico González, but negotiations are at an early stage and no agreements have been reached.

Another alternative is Kang-in Lee, a Valencia CF youth product currently at PSG. His technical profile and ability to unbalance in the final third of the field appeal to Simeone, but his high cost makes him a remote option.

At 23 years old, Takefusa Kubo has established himself as one of LaLiga's most unbalancing wingers. Last season, he played 39 official matches for Real Sociedad, scoring 8 goals and providing 7 assists, making him one of the team's most productive players.

His speed, dribbling skills, and ability to break defensive lines fit perfectly with Simeone's quest to strengthen the attack on the right flank. Furthermore, his experience in Spanish football and versatility to play as an attacking midfielder make him a safe short-term bet.

A coherent signing for Cholo Simeone

Kubo's arrival would offer Simeone interesting offensive alternatives. He could switch between a classic 4-4-2 and a 4-2-3-1, with the Japanese player acting on the wing or centrally. Additionally, his understanding of associative play could complement creative midfielders like Thiago Almada or Álex Baena, enhancing ball circulation.

Atlético de Madrid's planning in this transfer market has been marked by the search for a balance between quality and financial sustainability. The potential arrival of Kubo falls within a strategy to reinforce key positions without jeopardizing the club's economic stability.

However, the dependency of the operation on player exits adds uncertainty. Both Gallagher and Molina are attracting interest from strong leagues, but transfer negotiations are not yet advanced.

Atlético de Madrid sees in Takefusa Kubo an opportunity to enhance their attacking quality. His performance at Real Sociedad, potential, and adaptability to different tactical schemes make him a valuable signing.

It all depends on the sales Atlético can finalize, but there is no doubt they are still in the market seeking a standout winger.

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