At Atlético de Madrid, they were clear that they weren't going to make any signings in the winter market that wouldn't improve what was already in the squad. It is true that there were two clear urgencies in the red-and-white team, one on the left wing and another in the midfield, although neither could be solved. Still, several names emerged as potential reinforcements for the colchonero team, some of them possibly arriving in the summer.
The reality is that they didn't want to make any expenditure that wasn't for a player who could provide immediate performance and stay at the club for several years. Therefore, any effort will be directed toward the next season, in which they hope to take another quality leap in the squad. Additionally, there is a footballer who was strongly rumored and whose arrival would allow Simeone to kill two birds with one stone.
More Firepower for Atlético de Madrid
At the Metropolitano, they have their sights set on finishing the season by lifting some title and once again achieving high-level signings to improve the squad. In this regard, there is a name that was linked with Atlético de Madrid throughout the winter market and whose arrival is still possible. It is Zinchenko, who was willing to leave Arsenal after losing prominence and changed agents to try to solve his situation.
The Ukrainian international would allow Simeone to reinforce both the full-back and the inside position on the left wing, an area with many deficiencies. In fact, the Argentine coach still hasn't found an undisputed starter in that position, with tough competition between Samuel Lino and Conor Gallagher. It seems that the Brazilian has moved ahead of the Englishman in recent weeks, but Cholo has always maintained that they are two players with different characteristics.
Zinchenko, Versatility for Simeone
Logically, any loss in that area will be very sensitive for Atlético de Madrid, especially in the full-back position where they have few options. Javi Galán has surprisingly secured the starting position after being close to leaving in the summer, clearly surpassing Reinildo. The Mozambican stands out in matches and against very specific opponents, especially when facing demanding forwards.
César Azpilicueta has also occupied that position, having settled last season due to the low level in the defense. In this scenario, MARCA revealed yesterday that the intention of the sports management would be to reinforce that left-back position with a quality player. Zinchenko would solve two problems at the same time, but he is not the only name being considered in the Metropolitano offices to continue growing.