There is a decisive factor for Atlético de Madrid to stay in the fight for all the titles, something they haven't always achieved. Simeone needs a great scorer in his team to get closer to the trophies, as scoring ability is very important for the Argentine. For example, this season that aspect has been improved with the arrival of Julián Alvarez, the top scorer of the team at this point.
Barring surprises, the world champion will surpass the 21 goals that Álvaro Morata scored last season, the same number of goals Luis Suárez scored in the 2020-21 season. However, in the red and white team they still have an eye on strengthening their offensive aspect for the next season. Even so, it seems that one of the names that had been most rumored to arrive at the Metropolitano already has a new destination.
AC Milan gets ahead
Throughout the entire winter market there has been a saga between the great champion of Italy and one of the most sought-after forwards on the continent. It is Santi Giménez, a Mexican international who had been on the radar of some of the most important clubs in all of European football. The Eredivisie had already become too small, being one of the top scorers since he arrived at Feyenoord.
AC Milan aimed to turn around their poor situation in Serie A, being out of European positions and far from the top of the standings. It seems that the arrival of Álvaro Morata hasn't been enough and the Italians' goal has always been to acquire Santi Giménez. After numerous offers, it seems that the Rotterdam team has been able to meet their economic demands and will part with their great star.
Simeone's preference
The Mexican has always had good numbers since he landed in Europe, becoming one of the biggest revelations from the Netherlands. There were good reports at the Metropolitano about Santi Giménez, although his asking price was very high, as he was indisputable at Feyenoord. Additionally, the relationship between both clubs hasn't been the best, something that was evident last summer with the negotiations for David Hancko.
He has always been a very ambitious footballer, stating this very week that he wants to become the Mexican forward with the most goals in all of history. The story already has an end, and Atlético de Madrid will look for other options beyond the former Cruz Azul player, who will land in Milan. Additionally, Simeone has four forwards at his disposal, needing some departures if he seeks a new reinforcement for the attack.