The winter transfer market is at a standstill for Atlético de Madrid, despite maintaining the same objectives as a few weeks ago. The priority is to find a midfielder, and in terms of departures, there aren't many options to see any player leaving the Metropolitano. The one with the most options is Thomas Lemar, whose main obstacle is his high salary, although the rojiblanco team might decide to pay part of that wage.
However, the current team has allowed Simeone to stay in the fight for all titles, achieving great performance. They are at the top of the standings in both LaLiga and the Champions League, something many doubted last October. Additionally, considering the grueling schedule ahead, many of the less regular players will start to get more minutes.
Simeone Prevents His Departure
It can't be denied that this winter market is less exciting than in previous years, although good work was done last summer. Atlético de Madrid managed significant departures and secured reinforcements that are performing at a high level this season, something that was very challenging. Now, although everything seems stalled, the reality is that there could be an important decision regarding a player whose contract ends in June.
This is about Reinildo, who isn't having much prominence, but whose great match against Bayer Leverkusen might have opened a new door for him. He has an option for automatic renewal if he plays 45 minutes in 20 matches, something that doesn't seem difficult to achieve for the Mozambican. He will start tomorrow against Villarreal due to Javi Galán's suspension and will have a new opportunity to convince Simeone again.
Offers in Europe
Reinildo's contractual situation has led many clubs on the continent to be interested in signing him as a free agent. One of them was Barça, where they were looking for a reliable center-back, although the continuity of Ronald Araújo seems to have alleviated that urgency. Another interested party was Juventus of Turin, but the arrival of Renato Veiga would be sufficient for the Italians, making the Mozambican unnecessary.
France would be another good option for his future, as they know Reinildo well from his time at Lille, where he left a good impression playing as a left-back. In any case, it won't be until June when a decision must be made regarding the defender, and it can't be ruled out that he stays. He has shown that he still has much to offer Atlético de Madrid, especially in demanding scenarios and against very tough opponents.