Cardoso Closer to the Metropolitano: Total Agreement with the Player
Great news for the Rojiblancos fans! Atlético de Madrid is one step away from signing Johnny Cardoso, the defensive midfielder that Simeone has been looking for. The agreement with the player is total, a firm commitment that excites the fans.
Despite being born in the United States, Cardoso has Italian roots, so he would not occupy a non-EU spot. The main obstacle now is the agreement with Betis, the club to which the player belongs. Although negotiations are underway, positions are not yet close.
Betis are asking for 40 million euros for the transfer, while Atlético have presented an offer of 30 million plus bonuses and youth players. Despite interest from Tottenham and a purchase option on the player, Cardoso is clear that his future is in Madrid, wearing the red and white at the Metropolitano.
Simeone sees Cardoso as the perfect complement to the midfield. His imposing physique (1.86m) and his ability to recover balls, combined with a good vision of the game, make him a strategic signing for the present and future.
With Koke in the final stretch of his career, the possible departure of De Paul, and Barrios proving his worth in more offensive positions, the arrival of Cardoso could give the team a leap in quality. The player has a contract until 2030 and a release clause of 80 million. We will be attentive to the news of this negotiation that promises strong emotions!
