Barrios, the Centennial Jewel of Atlético
Pablo Barrios is having a dream season at Atlético de Madrid, establishing himself as a fundamental pillar in Diego Pablo Simeone’s scheme. The youth player, with his dedication and talent, has earned a privileged place in the starting eleven, becoming one of the players with the most minutes played this season.
Despite a couple of muscular injuries, his presence on the field has been constant, especially since that memorable match at the Villamarín. Simeone has praised his present and predicts an even brighter future for the young player, highlighting his growing importance in the team’s game.
With the blessing of Koke Resurrección, Barrios is emerging as the natural heir in the rojiblanco midfield. His performance is not limited only to containment and distribution, but he has also contributed with one goal and three assists.
In addition, Barrios is only two games away from reaching the figure of 100 matches with Atlético, a milestone that would allow him to have his own plaque on the Walk of Centennial Players of the Metropolitano. After the victory against Rayo Vallecano, Barrios expressed his satisfaction for the minutes played and his desire to continue helping the team from within.
