Manquillo: From Colchonero to Uncertainty
The situation of Javier Manquillo, a product of Atlético de Madrid’s youth academy, raises questions. The defender, who debuted in the first team in 2011 and played 16 games under Simeone’s management, currently finds himself in an uncertain situation at his current club.
Despite having started the season as a starter, his presence in the team has decreased dramatically, being left out of the squad in several recent matchdays. The official explanation, according to his coach, is due to technical decisions, although this justification raises doubts.
After ruling out his departure in the winter market, and despite the absences in defense, the coach opted to use players from the youth team instead of Manquillo. This situation is even more surprising considering the good atmosphere in the locker room and the positive attitude shown by the player since his arrival at the club.
Manquillo, whose contract expires on June 30, is preparing to embark on a new stage in his career after having defended the colors of Liverpool, Olympique Marseille, Sunderland and Newcastle. Colchoneros fans fondly remember his time at the club, where he demonstrated his worth and commitment, and wish him all the best in his professional future.
