Griezmann, towards a secondary role at Atlético?
Atlético de Madrid returned to training at the Cerro del Espino, preparing for the crucial match at the Metropolitano against Real Sociedad. Simeone will have to face this game without Julián Álvarez, suspended for accumulation of cards.
The big question revolves around Antoine Griezmann: after starting in Mendizorroza, everything points to him returning to the bench against his former team, Real Sociedad.
This decision could confirm a trend in which the Frenchman is no longer an undisputed starter in Cholo’s scheme..His recent performance against Alavés, where he was substituted without generating a significant impact, has intensified the analysis of his future at the club.
Atlético has put a renewal proposal on the table until 2027, which would imply a salary reduction. Accepting a less prominent role could be key to his continuity, recalling the case of Koke Resurrección this season.
Otherwise, a possible departure to the United States could materialize..As for the possible starting eleven for the match against Real Sociedad, Simeone seems to lean towards a defense similar to the one used in recent matches, with Oblak in goal, and a midfield with Giuliano, Koke or Barrios, De Paul, Gallagher and Samu Lino. In attack, Sorloth could be the reference. Koke’s presence will depend on the availability of Barrios, who trained separately as a precaution.
