Sorloth: The '9' Challenging the Status Quo
Alexander Sorloth has burst onto the scene in his first season with Atlético de Madrid, sparking an exciting debate about his role in the team.
Despite having fewer minutes than key players like Griezmann and Julián Alvarez, the Norwegian striker has established himself as the top Rojiblanco scorer in La Liga, thanks to his goal-scoring instinct and ability to create opportunities.
His recent performance, including a lightning-fast hat-trick, has reignited the discussion about whether he deserves a place in the starting eleven alongside Julián Alvarez. Their understanding on the pitch seems promising, as evidenced in the match against Rayo, where both forwards scored.
Cholo Simeone highlights his importance at various moments of the game, emphasizing his ability to strengthen the team from the start, change the pace as a substitute, or even be a support in defensive situations.
With 17 goals in La Liga, Sorloth surpasses teammates like Julián and Griezmann. His scoring average is remarkable, scoring every 82 minutes. His performance opens an interesting scenario for the planning of next season.
Although the club’s priority is not to reinforce the attack, Sorloth’s possible leading role in the Club World Cup adds an additional attraction to his figure. The Norwegian has demonstrated commitment and effectiveness, even exceeding initial expectations.
His constant evolution and his ability to create danger in the opponent’s box make him a key player for Atlético. The debate about his starting position is open, and Cholo seems to alternate his role depending on the context of the match, but one thing is clear: Sorloth is here to stay and challenge the established order.
