Cardoso: A Top Target for the Rojiblancos
After a season full of expectations, Atlético de Madrid is preparing to strengthen its squad with the possible incorporation of Johnny Cardoso. The Rojiblancos’ management, led by Carlos Bucero, has the midfielder as a key priority to shore up the team.
After showing respect for Betis during the Conference League final, Atlético is ready to accelerate negotiations and finalize the signing. Cardoso has convinced Atlético’s sporting management with his performance, quality, projection, and youth, qualities that make him the ideal ‘5’ to cover a need that has been manifested in recent years.
The player’s desire to play in the Champions League dressed in red and white is a determining factor. Atlético seeks to reach an agreement with the player for the next four or five seasons.
Although Tottenham has a preferential purchase option for 25 million euros, Cardoso’s willingness to join Atlético is a crucial factor. The Madrid club considers those 25 million to be the investment ceiling, especially since Betis needs to make a significant sale before June 30. The possibility that the price will be reduced is not ruled out, as Betis is interested in Riquelme, although the youth player is a valuable asset for Atlético in the transfer market.