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The Atlético de Madrid, led by Diego Simeone, is actively involved in the final stretch of the transfer market, focusing on recruiting a midfielder to strengthen its squad. Despite President Enrique Cerezo's statements that there would be no more signings, the club continues to explore options to meet the expectations of the Argentine coach.
Atlético's main target was Sofyan Amrabat, a midfielder from Fiorentina, who had caught Simeone's attention. However, negotiations did not progress as Fiorentina rejected Atletico's loan offer due to a prior agreement with Fenerbahce, which includes a mandatory purchase option. Additionally, another option on Atlético's radar, Luis Milla from Getafe, was also dismissed after the Madrid club turned down a similar offer.
The three options being considered at the moment
With these doors closed, as reported by the newspaper AS, Atlético continues to maneuver in the market. Matheus Nunes, a player from Manchester City, and Danilo Pereira from Paris Saint-Germain have emerged as possible loan options. However, so far, the only concrete move has been for Ismael Bennacer from AC Milan, whom Atlético has requested on loan. Bennacer, who played 25 games last season with the Italian club, is seen as a player who could bring quality and stability in the midfield.
The need for midfield reinforcement is evident for Simeone, who, despite the arrival of Conor Gallagher this summer and the improved performance of Pablo Barrios, considers the current alternatives insufficient. Competition in the midfield area intensifies, with players like Rodrigo de Paul and Koke Resurrección aware that their positions are under threat.
The closing of the market promises to be exciting for Atlético, with the expectation that a new signing could materialize in the coming days.
This news is an automatic translation. You can read the original news, Las 3 opciones de última hora para el mediocentro del Atlético
