Atlético de Madrid has been searching for a reliable center forward for several years to compete for titles. After Luis Suárez's departure, Simeone hasn't found that decisive player in crucial moments. On his list of candidates to wear the red and white jersey, there was a Mexican forward who was much talked about.
This was Santiago Giménez, the Feyenoord forward, whose future was linked with Atlético de Madrid. Real Madrid was also mentioned among the clubs interested in him, but ultimately, he won't play in Spain. His move to AC Milan as a replacement for Álvaro Morata, a former red and white player who had been there for only six months, has already been made official.
A promise with a lot of present
Giménez, 23 years old, has had an outstanding performance at Feyenoord, where he scored 65 goals in 105 matches. His scoring efficiency and versatility in attack caught the attention of several European clubs, including Atlético de Madrid. However, the Mexican forward opted for AC Milan's project, where he will wear the number 7 jersey, previously worn by Álvaro Morata, who recently joined Galatasaray.
Giménez's signing with AC Milan comes after Morata's departure, who, after a brief stint at the Italian club, decided to continue his career in Türkiye. Ibrahimovic, a Milan executive, commented on Morata's departure: "Álvaro is a great person and a great player, whom I wish the best. Some stories, for different reasons, don't 'click'." The Mexican forward expressed his excitement about this new stage: "I'm very happy; AC Milan is a very big club."
Atlético de Madrid remains alert to the market
Atlético de Madrid, meanwhile, continues to search for reinforcements that fit the team's needs and Simeone's philosophy. Although Giménez was a valued option, the red and white club will evaluate other alternatives in the market to strengthen their forward line for the challenges of the season.
Giménez's decision to join Milan underscores the competitiveness of the European transfer market and the importance of sporting and economic proposals in players' decisions. Atlético de Madrid will need to remain alert to opportunities that arise to incorporate talent that contributes to their sporting objectives.