Atlético de Madrid continues to explore the market in search of quality reinforcements for the next season, and a familiar face from LaLiga has appeared on the red-and-white agenda. Diego Pablo Simeone wants to have a new midfielder, a desire he already had during this winter market. However, no one arrived, and it has been proven that a new reinforcement was necessary.
The red-and-white club, in its search for midfield reinforcements, according to Todofichajes.net, has set its sights on a former Real Madrid player. Mateo Kovacic, currently at Manchester City, is on the radar of the red-and-white team, and his signing could become one of the big surprises of the next summer market.
Kovacic, a Market Opportunity for Atlético de Madrid
The Croatian midfielder, who had a stint at Real Madrid, is not experiencing his best moment at Manchester City. Despite arriving last summer as a significant reinforcement for Pep Guardiola, his role in the team has been secondary. Additionally, he has been pointed out as one of the responsible parties for the English team's irregular performance this season.
In this situation, Kovacic would be looking for a way out and, according to recent reports, he has offered himself to Atlético de Madrid in his desire to return to the Spanish capital. From the Metropolitano offices, they have taken note and have initiated contacts with City to explore the feasibility of the operation.
How Much Would Kovacic Cost Atlético de Madrid?
Manchester City will not put up significant obstacles to Kovacic's departure, and the signing could be closed for an amount around 20-30 million euros. This is an affordable figure for the red-and-whites, considering the current market and the experience the Croatian player has.
Everything seems to align for Kovacic's signing by Atlético de Madrid to be a real option. With his experience in LaLiga, his proven quality, and his desire to return to Spain, the Croatian could become one of the big bombs of the summer market. Now, the ball is in Gil Marín's and the red-and-white sports management's court.