The transfer market has not yet come to an end and Atlético de Madrid have the door open to one last signing. Although it is a difficult operation, as some players need to leave, there are several players in the sights of the Colchoneros. Right now, the defence and the midfield are the two lines that the sporting management would be looking to strengthen.
According to Fabrizio Romano , one of the young prospects that Atlético de Madrid would be following is Gabri Veiga . The Spanish footballer was one of the great revelations in the 2022-23 season wearing the Celta de Vigo shirt . Right now, he is developing his career in Arab football, but at 22 years old he would have the opportunity to return to Europe.
Gabri Veiga, an old wish
This is not the first time that the Spaniard has been linked with a move to Atletico Madrid , as it is a rumour from the past. Gabri Vega was one of the great revelations two seasons ago at Celta de Vigo , scoring 11 goals in La Liga. In fact, his name began to be linked with some of the biggest teams in Europe, including FC Barcelona and Real Madrid .
However, the high salary offered to him by Arab football was decisive in his decision to leave Europe . Last season, Gabri Veiga had already adapted to his new destination, even forming part of the Spanish U-21 team . The midfielder was on the list of players called up last November, where he had some minutes.
On that occasion, he was able to coincide with a Pablo Barrios who was already beginning to have a lot of prominence under Simeone 's orders. Now, having already played some games with Al-Ahli , he could have returned to Atlético de Madrid's sights. At least that is what Fabrizio Romano has confirmed, who has put the Spanish player on the list of candidates to land at the Metropolitano .
A signing that put weight on
Last summer, the signing of Gabri Vega was a huge outlay of 30 million euros at a time when Arab football was investing in Europe. Currently, according to the Transfermarkt website, his market value is around 25 million , a figure that could be higher, although a loan is being sought. However, any reinforcement that could arrive at the red-and-white team in recent days is subject to departures.
At the moment, Atlético de Madrid are working on finding a destination for Javi Galán , who is aiming for Turkey. Even so, another loss would be needed in the squad, with Thomas Lemar being a serious candidate having been left out of the last squad. The French midfielder has been training separately from his teammates for some time and his future is more up in the air than ever.
The example of Pablo Barrios
Should Gabri Veiga return to Europe, he could not have a better reference at his side than the Atletico youth player. Pablo Barrios has started the season at a great level , being a starter in Simeone 's plans in the first two games. In fact, there are already rumours of a possible call-up to the senior national team by Luis de la Fuente .