Simeone tests Gallagher in midfield as he waits for Barrios
Atlético Madrid coach Diego Simeone has begun preparing for the match against Osasuna with Gallagher as Rodrigo de Paul’s partner in midfield. Although Barrios is expected to be available for the match, Simeone has tested Gallagher in that position, which is the one he played at Chelsea, but not the one he has established in Simeone’s team.
If the coach keeps the Englishman in the center, there will be a vacancy on the left, where Lino and Riquelme are fighting for a place. Both players have already shown their skills with two goals each in a friendly match on Monday. Although Barrios, Sorloth and Oblak are expected to be available for Sunday, Simeone will continue to monitor the news from the medical department throughout the week.
