Atlético de Madrid doesn't give up in its attempt to strengthen the midfield with a top-level signing. The rojiblancos' sports management is closely monitoring the situation of a player who could become Koke's heir in the colchonero midfield. Despite the difficulty of the operation, the club believes it can entice the player with its ambitious project and the possibility of playing in a very favorable environment.
The Madrid team is clear that the quality and leadership of this midfielder would fit perfectly into Cholo Simeone's philosophy. Additionally, they have a key factor to try to convince him: the group of Argentinians who are already part of the rojiblanco locker room. Playing in Madrid alongside Rodrigo de Paul, Nahuel Molina, Ángel Correa, Giuliano Simeone, and even his great friend Julián Alvarez could be a huge, very decisive attraction.
However, the operation won't be easy. His club has no intention of letting him go easily and has made it clear that it would only negotiate for a figure exceeding 100 million euros (approximately 110 million dollars). A price that poses an almost insurmountable barrier for the rojiblancos, who would need to resort to creative formulas to finance the signing.
A strategic signing and an ambitious plan
Atlético de Madrid knows that Chelsea's economic situation isn't the best and that an absence in the next edition of the Champions League could change things. In that scenario, the colchoneros would try to seize the opportunity to convince the player and force a more favorable negotiation. Although they are aware of the enormous difficulty in convincing Chelsea and Enzo himself, who still believes in the blue project.
The player, who arrived in the Premier League for a figure close to 121 million euros (approximately 133 million dollars), hasn't managed to establish himself as Chelsea's absolute star. Despite his talent, the team hasn't found consistency, and the Argentinian might consider a change of scenery if Chelsea doesn't enter the Champions League.
A bold move with Julián as an ally
For Atlético, his incorporation would be a bet on the present and future. At 24 years old, he has elite experience that few players can match at his age. Additionally, his ability to handle the ball, his physical prowess, and his arrival in the area make him an ideal profile to strengthen the colchonero midfield.
In Madrid, the club believes that the environment and life in Spain can play a key role in the player's decision. Not only could he share a locker room with several compatriots, but he would also enjoy a lifestyle closer to what he had in Argentina or Portugal.
Another point in favor is the Julián Alvarez factor, the spider is already Atlético's star, and bringing his friend would be another step toward consolidation. In the Argentine national team and River Plate, both have shown they understand each other perfectly, and reuniting at the rojiblanco club could be an extra incentive.