Cerci and his Bitter Passage through Atlético: An Unexpected Signing
Alessio Cerci, remembered for his brief and unsuccessful stint at Atlético de Madrid, has revealed details about his arrival at the club. The Italian, who landed at the Metropolitano with high expectations after a brilliant season at Torino, confesses that his signing should never have happened.
In recent statements, Cerci expressed his desire to have remained in Italy, feeling forced to join the Rojiblancos at the last moment of the 2014 transfer market. Despite the investment of 16 million euros, Cerci failed to adapt to Atlético’s style of play under the direction of Diego Simeone, playing only 11 matches and scoring one goal.
His lack of minutes and difficulty fitting into the tactical system contributed to a disappointing performance. Cerci admits feeling ‘furious’ and ‘persecuted’ during his time in Madrid, recognizing that his frustration affected his performance on the field.
After four months, he was loaned to Milan, marking the beginning of a journey through several clubs without finding the desired stability. His experience at Atlético was marked as a wasted opportunity, a bittersweet chapter in his career that he regrets to this day. However, the Colchoneros fans remember that period as just another anecdote in the club’s rich history, focused on present and future successes.
