Atlético de Madrid will have to make important decisions regarding the goalkeeper position for the upcoming season. Antonio Gomis, usually the third goalkeeper in Diego Simeone's squad, has decided to reject the renewal offer and seek a new destination in the summer market. His departure leaves a gap in the squad that the red-and-white club will need to fill.
Gomis Bids Farewell to Atlético de Madrid
At 21 years old, Gomis has had unique experiences at Atlético de Madrid, being part of the group that competes in both LaLiga and the Champions League. However, the goalkeeper from Elche wants to take a step forward in his career and find a team where he can have more playing time.
Although some clubs from the First and Second Divisions showed interest in him during the winter market, Gomis chose to stay until the end of the season. Now, his departure is a fact, and Atlético de Madrid will need to find a replacement.
Iturbe, the Natural Candidate for Atlético de Madrid
The most logical option within the club is Alejandro Iturbe, another young 21-year-old goalkeeper who has already been on the first team's radar. This summer, the goalkeeper rejected offers from Second Division teams to continue with Atlético B, aiming to help the reserve team ascend to the second tier.
If Iturbe decides to accept the position of third goalkeeper in the first team, Atlético's goalkeeper situation would be solved without the need to seek external signings. However, if his intention is to leave in search of more prominence, the club will have to consider other alternatives.
Alternatives in the Red-and-White Academy
If Iturbe doesn't take over from Gomis, Atlético de Madrid's options lie in the academy. Among the names that appear as possible solutions are: Esquivel, the current second goalkeeper of the reserve team. Also, Álvaro Moreno and Dani Rubio, goalkeepers of the Juvenil A. The latter already did the preseason with the first team under Simeone's orders.
With Gomis's departure already confirmed, Atlético de Madrid will have to decide how to reorganize its goalkeeper position. Meanwhile, Jan Oblak and Juan Musso continue to perform at a high level, the role of the third goalkeeper is crucial to maintaining the team's stability.