Atlético de Madrid returned to training this week after playing their last friendly against Juventus. The red-and-whites have already begun preparing for their debut in the league, which will take place next Monday against Villarreal. Ahead of that match, Simeone has a big doubt about his starting lineup, especially up front.
The Argentine coach currently has a number of players in the attacking zone, although everything points to three of them playing. Antoine Griezmann is an undisputed player in Simeone 's system, leaving only two vacant spots for other teammates. Otherwise, it seems that the rest of the eleven would be made up of the same players who have been starters in the summer friendlies.
Antoine Griezmann is looking for teammates
One thing that seems very clear ahead of the clash against Villarreal is that the French striker will be in the starting line-up. Antoine Griezmann is one of Simeone's warriors and one of the players in whom the coach has placed the most trust for years. In the last friendly against Juventus in Turin , he was already in the starting eleven, making it clear that he is ready for next Monday .
Right now, Simeone 's main objective is to find two companions to complete the attacking zone. According to the latest training sessions, Alexander Sorloth would be the one to lead that forward line, positioning himself at the head of the attack. Therefore, there would be a vacant position to fill, which would be disputed between three players who are very different in their role and way of playing.
Joao Felix has shown great form in this preseason, but Atletico Madrid are already working on his departure. Logically, Julián Álvarez , the big signing of the summer, should be the starter in the red-and-white team's debut. However, we must not forget Ángel Correa , who has had a lot of prominence in the friendlies and has scored three goals.
A squad to fight for titles
For now, the sporting management is still working to complete the final touches needed at the Colchoneros. So far, the work has been almost perfect, achieving the necessary departures and reinforcements that were very important for Simeone. Right now, Atlético de Madrid has a better squad than last season, but some adjustments are still needed.
Before the market closes, the red-and-white team will have to add a left-footed defender and a new midfielder. To do so, they will need to make some sales, with players such as Joao Félix , Riquelme or Samu Omorodion being some options. During this month of August, four rounds of the national championship will be played, very important points that could end up being decisive.