2023-06 Sport
01.06.2023 00:57 / Sport
“Joao Félix receives offer from a top European team”
Portuguese forward Joao Félix, who currently plays for Atlético de Madrid, has received an offer from a top European team. After it was announced that Chelsea would not be keeping him, Atlético hoped Félix would stay with the team.
However, according to reports from As, the forward will have no trouble finding offers this summer and they are expected to come soon. Although the identity of the interested team is still unknown, the operation is expected to take place early in the summer. Atlético hopes to obtain a transfer to amortize the large investment they made at the time, although a loan would be the lesser evil.
03.06.2023 21:54 / Sport
“Setién challenges Simeone for the second spot”
The article discusses the upcoming match between Atlético Madrid and Villarreal, where Quique Setién’s team will challenge Diego Simeone’s side for the crucial victory.
Atlético Madrid aims to secure the second position in the league table and must win against Villarreal while hoping that Real Madrid does not win their match simultaneously. The article highlights Atlético’s recent setbacks, which have hindered their initiative.
Despite already securing their place in the Champions League and the Supercopa de España, Simeone and his team desire more. They have shown remarkable consistency in the league, having lost only two out of their last 21 matches. The clash between Simeone and Setién will mark their eleventh encounter, showcasing their contrasting football philosophies.
04.06.2023 23:00 / Sport
“Final standings of LaLiga 2022-2023”
The LaLiga Santander 2022-2023 season has come to an end with the completion of matchday 38. Real Madrid secured second place with a draw at home against Athletic (1-1), while Atlético Madrid had to settle for third place after conceding a late equalizer to Villarreal (2-2).
FC Barcelona were crowned champions with 88 points and Real Sociedad completed the Spanish teams that will play in the next Champions League. Villarreal and Betis will represent Spain in the Europa League, while Osasuna qualified for the Conference League after defeating Girona (2-1). In the relegation battle, Valladolid occupied the last relegation spot after a goalless draw against Getafe (0-0), while Almería secured their safety with a late equalizer against Espanyol (3-3) in Cornellà-El Prat.
05.06.2023 18:45 / Sport
“The Simeone era
Atlético de Madrid, led by Diego Simeone, has concluded their second highest-scoring league in the club’s history, netting a total of 70 goals throughout the season. This achievement equals the record set in the 2016-17 season and is only surpassed by the 77 goals scored in the 2013-14 season.
However, they have also conceded the highest number of goals, with a total of 33, only exceeded by the 43 goals conceded in the previous season. Despite these numbers, the team has managed to remain among the top three in the standings and secure their eleventh consecutive qualification for the Champions League. With 77 points, this season stands as the fifth lowest scoring under Simeone’s tenure.
08.06.2023 18:17 / Sport
“Joao Félix, a complicated situation”
Atlético Madrid faces a serious problem with Joao Félix, who must return to the club after his loan spell at Chelsea. The team is searching for a new destination for him as they aim to make financial gains to sign other players.
However, finding a suitable club is proving to be challenging as Joao Félix has specific preferences for his next move. This presents a dilemma for coach Simeone, who would prefer to avoid a tense reunion with the player following veiled criticisms from the coach last year.
Despite Atlético’s hope for Chelsea to exercise their €100 million buy option on Joao Félix, his performance in England has not justified such a price tag. Mauricio Pochettino’s opposing opinion also influenced the decision of the wealthy ‘blue’ ownership not to make an offer.
Nevertheless, other clubs like Aston Villa and Tottenham have shown interest, but Joao Félix has made it clear that he will only join Champions League teams, which neither of them are. An offer from Arsenal or Newcastle could facilitate his departure, but both clubs have different priorities at the moment. If Atlético manages to find a destination for Joao Félix, they will pursue the signing of Juventus striker Dusan Vlahovic, valued at €80 million. Morata could be included in the deal to reduce costs.
09.06.2023 13:10 / Sport
“Atlético Takes the Lead in the Pursuit of Santiago Giménez”
Santiago Giménez, a 22-year-old Mexican forward, has had a remarkable debut season in the Eredivisie with Feyenoord. With a total of 25 goals and three assists, he has attracted the interest of top European clubs.
Atlético Madrid has emerged as one of the main contenders, as stated by FIFA agent Morris Pagniello. However, teams such as Sevilla, AC Milan, Porto, and Benfica are also pursuing the talented striker. Despite having a contract until 2026, Atlético is exploring different options to secure Giménez’s services, including the possibility of having him join the preseason under Simeone’s guidance. If the club decides to loan him out, Feyenoord would be his likely destination.
09.06.2023 17:45 / Sport
“Morata renews with Atlético for two more seasons”
Álvaro Morata has resolved his future with Atlético Madrid by renewing his contract for an additional two seasons. Although it has not been officially confirmed yet, the striker has signed the extension until 2026.
Morata, accompanied by his agent, visited the Cívitas Metropolitano offices to finalize the agreement. Aware of Morata’s value in Europe, Atlético started the negotiations early. Finally, both parties reached an agreement that includes a salary reduction. Morata’s numbers have been impressive this season, with 15 goals and three assists in 44 matches. His renewal provides goal-scoring certainty to Atlético Madrid, who will have him until 2026.
15.06.2023 18:02 / Sport
“Saudi Arabia’s offer for Álvaro Morata”
Al-Tawoon, the fifth-placed team in the Saudi league, has offered €50 million per year for Atlético de Madrid striker Álvaro Morata. Despite renewing his contract with Atlético until 2026, Morata has a €10 million release clause.
However, Morata prioritizes his family’s well-being over lucrative offers, and according to MARCA, neither he nor his family view such a radical change in their daily lives for their four young children favorably. There is speculation that there could be an opportunity at Al-Hilal if the club signs coach Massimiliano Allegri, who has publicly praised Morata on several occasions.
15.06.2023 18:37 / Sport
“Three quality signings for Atlético de Madrid”
Atlético de Madrid is looking to reinforce its squad with three high-profile signings for the positions of right and left-backs and a central midfielder. The departure of Reinildo and uncertainty over Ferreira Carrasco make the left-back position a priority, while the exit of Kondogbia makes it vital to bring in a central midfielder.
The right-back position is covered by Nahuel Molina, who had a great season and is a starter for the world champion Argentina team. With Söyüncü and Mouriño already signed for the central defender position, the team is looking to strengthen the rest of the ’low block’ of Cholo. After a bittersweet season, Atlético de Madrid is seeking revenge in the next Champions League and to earn more income to reinforce the squad.
18.06.2023 13:16 / Sport
“Griezmann
Antoine Griezmann has made it clear that he is happy at Atlético Madrid and has no plans to make a move. After his return to the rojiblanco club last season, the French forward has proven his worth with 15 goals and 16 assists.
Despite rumors of a possible departure, Griezmann has expressed his desire to stay and regain the respect of the fans. Although his €25 million release clause has attracted interest from other clubs, the player stated in an interview that there will be no changes and that he is happy at Atlético.
Griezmann’s goal is to win LaLiga and achieve something special in the Champions League with the team. His current contract runs until 2026, and it is likely that he will end his European career with Atlético.
22.06.2023 19:32 / Sport
“Atlético interested in Theo Hernández”
According to rumors from Italy, Atlético Madrid is seriously considering signing Theo Hernández, the left-back from AC Milan. Theo has become a star in recent seasons, and the ‘rossoneri’ are not willing to let him go for less than 80 million euros.
While it seems unlikely that Atlético is willing to make such a big investment, it should be noted that they spent 127.2 million euros on signing Joao Félix in 2019. However, there is a section of the fans who oppose Theo Hernández’s arrival, not only because he played for Real Madrid but also due to some controversial gestures he has made towards Atlético Madrid in the past.
22.06.2023 23:33 / Sport
“Atlético Consults Its Members on Reverting to Previous Crest”
Atlético Madrid will conduct a consultation among its members to decide whether to return to the previous club crest. The proposal comes from the Social Commission, and the club has announced that it will carefully evaluate the results of this non-binding vote.
Participation will be open throughout the weekend, exclusively for members, through an email that will be sent with detailed instructions. Atlético is committed to maintaining a secure and reliable procedure, with a notary present to record both the process and the results of the consultation.
Additionally, during the meeting held at the Metropolitano stadium, a report was presented analyzing the impact of a potential change in the current crest, supported by data from various sources. The commission members expressed their gratitude to the club for establishing this more open line of communication with the fans.
23.06.2023 19:26 / Sport
“Atlético de Madrid returns to its classic stripes”
Atlético de Madrid has announced that it will return to its classic red and white vertical stripes for the 2023-24 season. After last season’s curved stripes, the club has decided to go back to its classic design amidst controversy over its crest.
Although the club has not yet announced its new kit on social media, it has presented it to its members via email. The first kit is designed with a classic style and a vibrant red color, present in the red and white stripes, sides, shoulders, neck, and back. The second kit will be the same as the one used on April 26th against Mallorca for the club’s 120th anniversary, resembling the first kit in its history with a blue and white stripe.
24.06.2023 12:27 / Sport
“Simeone weighs in on Atleti’s shield change”
Atletico Madrid will hold a consultation among its members regarding the return to the previous club crest. This non-binding vote, proposed by the Social Commission, will take place over the weekend, and the club will carefully consider the results to make appropriate decisions.
Since the 2017/2018 season, the fans have expressed discontent over the sudden changes experienced by the club, such as the move to the Metropolitano Stadium, the proposed new anthem (which was ultimately not implemented), recent modifications to the kits, and most notably, the alteration of the crest without prior consultation.
In response to the continuous demand from numerous Atletico Madrid supporters, the club’s management has decided to listen to their followers and schedule a vote on the potential reintroduction of the previous emblem. Prominent figures and legends of the club have shown their desire to reclaim the cherished shield. Now, it’s time for the Atleti fans to make a decision on the matter.
27.06.2023 19:28 / Sport
“Javi Galán to play for Atlético de Madrid”
Atlético de Madrid continues to strengthen its defense after a season in which their defensive performance declined.
First, it was the arrival of Turkish player Söyüncü, and now, as reported by journalist Fabrizio Romano and confirmed by other sources, Celta de Vigo’s left-back, Javi Galán, will be a new reinforcement for Cholo Simeone’s team, for a fee of 3.5 million euros plus bonuses.
Galán was previously pursued by FC Barcelona last summer, and there was much speculation about his potential arrival to bolster Barcelona’s weakened left-back position.
His consistent performances throughout the past season, featuring in 37 matches, attracted the interest of Atlético de Madrid, who had been considering his signing for some time. The departure of Lodi last season and the underwhelming performance of Sergio Reguilón this season made the left-back position a crucial area to address for the team.
28.06.2023 18:14 / Sport
“Atlético will decide the future of their jersey through voting”
Atlético de Madrid has officially announced the start of a binding and remote voting process to determine the emblem that will be displayed on their red and white jersey. After consulting with the fans about the possibility of reverting to the old emblem, the club received an overwhelming positive response from its members.
Over 61,000 people, representing 44% of the club’s members, voted in favor of bringing back the old emblem. Even club legends such as Diego Pablo Simeone and Fernando Torres expressed their support for the emblem change on social media.
Following the voting and a Board of Directors meeting, a binding vote will now be conducted to allow the members to choose the emblem that will represent Atlético de Madrid. The voting is already open and members can participate until Friday, June 30.
If the old emblem wins the vote, it will not be immediately implemented in the upcoming season due to the jerseys already being produced with the current emblem. The implementation of the new emblem is likely to be delayed until the 2024/2025 season due to the design and production processes involving Atlético and Nike.
29.06.2023 19:03 / Sport
“Atlético to earn from Lucas”
The transfer of Lucas Hernández to PSG will result in economic benefits for Atlético Madrid. As part of the agreement between PSG and Bayern Munich, with a value between 48 and 50 million euros, Atlético, as the owner of the player’s training rights, will receive a corresponding percentage of those rights.
It is estimated that Atlético will earn around 3 million euros, considering the percentages based on Lucas’ age during his time in the academy. The move to PSG will allow Bayern to recoup part of the investment made in the French defender in 2019. Lucas, who joined Atlético at the age of 11 and stayed until 23, had his performance affected by injuries.
29.06.2023 13:31 / Sport
“Galán’s signing delayed”
Javier Galán, the Celta Vigo full-back, will become a player of Atlético de Madrid, although his official signing will be delayed by a week due to the pending details of the operation. However, the signing is not in danger, and Galán is expected to join the red and white team in a few days.
Today, the medical examination is scheduled to take place, followed by the contract signing alongside Gil Marín and the subsequent presentation. If everything goes as planned, Galán will join Diego Simeone’s group on July 7, the day when all the players who did not participate in the end of LaLiga are summoned. On the other hand, those players who were present will join the group on the 10th, in Los Ángeles de San Rafael, completing the squad of the red and white team, while awaiting further signings.
29.06.2023 14:32 / Sport
“Griezmann wanted to sign Thuram for Atleti”
French forward Marcus Thuram, who has excelled in the Bundesliga, caught the attention of several European clubs with his impressive performances for Borussia Mönchengladbach.
Antoine Griezmann, Thuram’s teammate in the national team, offered his services to Atlético de Madrid to facilitate the player’s signing, as Thuram’s contract expires on June 30th.
Although the board approved the attempt, Simeone’s coaching staff had doubts about Thuram’s suitability for the team’s tactical setup, given Griezmann’s established position and the competition among Depay, Correa, and Morata for the remaining spot.
Consequently, both parties decided to abandon the negotiations. Marcus Thuram will ultimately join Inter Milan, arriving as a free agent, and the transfer is expected to be officially announced in the coming days.
30.06.2023 19:31 / Sport
“Kondogbia bids farewell to Atlético
Geoffrey Kondogbia, the midfielder who played for Atlético de Madrid in the last three seasons, said goodbye to the red-and-white club to join Olympique de Marseille. The player expressed his gratitude for having the opportunity to learn the unique values of Atlético de Madrid and now understands why it is considered a special family.
Despite experiencing some ups and downs and receiving limited playing time in his final stretch under Diego Simeone, Kondogbia was a league champion in the 2020-21 season. He will now reunite with Marcelino García Toral at Marseille, with whom he previously worked at Valencia. Kondogbia thanked God, his teammates, the coaching staff, the executives, and the Atlético de Madrid fans for the three seasons that will forever be part of his history.
30.06.2023 22:52 / Sport
“Kondogbia leaves Atlético de Madrid”
Midfielder Geoffrey Kondogbia has completed his transfer to Olympique de Marseille, bringing an end to his three-season spell at Atlético de Madrid. Despite occasional moments as a starter, Kondogbia failed to meet the expectations of both the club and coach Diego Simeone.
While he won the league title in the 2020-21 season, Kondogbia only started in six out of 35 available matches. Throughout his time at Atlético, he played a total of 93 games, scoring one goal and providing four assists, but never managed to establish himself as a consistent starter.
He will now reunite with Marcelino García Toral, the current Marseille coach and his former coach at Valencia. Kondogbia becomes the third departure from Atlético, joining Matt Doherty and Sergio Reguilón, neither of whom were regular starters under Simeone.
30.06.2023 21:49 / Sport
“Atlético surprises with Azpilicueta’s signing”
Atlético de Madrid has unexpectedly closed a signing for the upcoming season. César Azpilicueta will join the red and white team, as confirmed by the journalist specialized in transfers, Fabrizio Romano.
Although it was initially thought that Azpilicueta would join Inter, Atlético was ultimately faster and managed to convince the right-back. The role of Simeone, who wanted a versatile player in defense, was crucial in his decision to reject Inter and choose Atlético.
Furthermore, the desire of Azpilicueta’s family to return to Spain after more than a decade abroad was also a determining factor. During his time away from Spain, Azpilicueta became a legend at Chelsea, where he was captain and won the 2020-2021 Champions League by defeating Manchester City in the final.
30.06.2023 15:27 / Sport
“Atlético de Madrid to Restore its Historical Crest!”
The majority of Atlético de Madrid fans have voted overwhelmingly to bring back their traditional crest. With 90% of the 77,690 members voting in favor, the colchonero club will revert to its previous crest starting from July 1, 2024.
The binding vote provided the choice between the current and previous crests, and the overwhelming majority opted for the old one. This decision reflects the desire of the members and will be implemented despite the complex and costly process involved.
The club will take the necessary steps to display the agreed-upon crest across various platforms, including physical displays, virtual environments, social media, applications, and the club’s website. Additionally, the crest will be featured on merchandise, third-party platforms, and the club’s technical sponsor, Nike, ensuring its presence on the 2024-25 season kits. The Atlético de Madrid fans have made it clear that the club’s symbols are not to be compromised.
