One of the standout names this season at Atlético de Madrid is Rodrigo de Paul, who is expected to start tonight against Salzburg. The Argentine has taken that step forward that fans have been asking for, becoming one of the most praised and a key piece for Simeone. In fact, it has been the coach who hasn't stopped praising him in press conferences with the aim of maintaining his good level.
However, not only in the red-and-white team are they valuing the great version that the world champion has been showing for several months. A bid from the Premier League for the Argentine midfielder has arrived at the Metropolitano offices this winter market. Evidently, and given his good performance, it has been rejected, but it can't be ruled out that more clubs will start bidding strongly for his transfer.
The new Rodrigo de Paul
The version that the Argentine international is showing during these months is the closest to what was seen with the Argentine national team, where he has given his best level. Right now, he is immovable from the double pivot for Simeone, being one of the most outstanding names at Atlético de Madrid this season. He was named the team's best player for the month of December, and his presence on the field is indispensable to see the best version of the red-and-white team.
Even in the sports management, they are beginning to debate whether to make a renewal offer to a Rodrigo de Paul whose contract will end in 2026. Recently, a bid of 25 million euros from West Ham United arrived at the colchonero team, as revealed by MARCA, which was rejected. There is no possibility of underselling a player who is delivering the best performance since he arrived almost four years ago.
An unsolved future
For now, no decision has been made at Atlético de Madrid regarding Rodrigo de Paul's future, although the doors are open. Recently, his agent was photographed at the Metropolitano, a sign that negotiations for a potential renewal could open, although it is not confirmed. Additionally, he is a player who has entered his 30s and could be looking for the last big contract of his career away from the red-and-white team, which is normal.
For example, the Premier League or a more exotic destination could offer him an exorbitant salary that would force him to consider a change of scenery. Although there is no decision, the intention would be to extend his contract beyond 2026, as long as he maintains the good level of recent months. For now, he will start tonight against Salzburg in an important match for the aspirations in this edition of the Champions League.