Atlético de Madrid is keeping an eye on all the young promises who are showing a good level in these first months of the season. As it is obvious, clubs like the red-and-whites are always linked with the most important players in the continent for possible transfers. 2025 will once again be a crucial year at the Metropolitano, as the renovation that began this summer will have to be completed.
Some names like Gyokeres seem almost impossible to sign due to the price and the number of competitors. Others like Alex Baena are seen as the perfect successors to Antoine Griezmann, whose future is hanging in the air. However, a player that Simeone liked in a Champions League match is very close to leaving for the Premier League.
Gyokeres and Álex Baena, an Impossible and a Successor
The transfer of Julián Alvarez has shown that in the world of soccer anything is possible, but repeating that miracle seems difficult. The Swedish striker from Sporting Lisbon is one of the greatest goalscorers on the continent and his asking price is already estimated at 80 million euros. Big clubs such as FC Barcelona, Manchester United or PSG are already interested in transfer him next year.
The case of the Spanish midfielder is different, as his release clause is 60 million euros and there's a good relationship with Villarreal. Atlético de Madrid they have been following the evolution of Álex Baena for years, even with a potential transfer in January. However, the Eurocup champion doesn't plan to leave the yellow submarine before the end of the current season.
Many believe that he would be the perfect piece to replace Antoine Griezmann , whose contract ends in 2026. MLS continues to push hard to sign him as soon as possible, although the player hasn't yet made a statement. Obviously, they are two players who are completely compatible on the field, and could coincide in the squad in the next transfer market.
Álvaro Carreras, farewell to Portugal
The Spanish full-back was one of Benfica 's best players in the Champions League win over Atlético. He has been involved in four goals in the last five games, making him one of Portugal's biggest surprises. His buyout clause is 50 million euros and Liverpool are already being singled out as one of the main interested parties.
However, Manchester United have a buyback option of 20 million euros and could exercise it in the winter. Amorim 's arrival would be the reason why they would try to bring back their youth player mid-season. Thus, although his performance at Atlético de Madrid was appreciated, it seems that he is a player with a clear destiny.