Atlético de Madrid is completing an exciting season and much of its success is due to the excellent transfer market it conducted in the summer. The colchonero club invested heavily in strengthening the squad and the signings have delivered immediate performance. The arrival of Julián Álvarez for 75 million euros was a market coup and he is proving his worth on the field.
Additionally, the rojiblanco team also signed Conor Gallagher for 42 million, Le Normand for 34 million, and Sorloth for 32 million. These additions have raised the competitive level of the team and have allowed Atlético to compete in all competitions.
Atlético de Madrid Wants to Double Down
Looking ahead to the next market, Atlético de Madrid wants to take another step forward and continue signing. The colchonero board has decided to give Simeone even more leeway to strengthen the team and compete at the highest level. Therefore, the intention is to maintain the current team's core while adding players who can make a difference in key positions.
In this context, Atlético has set its sights on a Barça player. Simeone believes that to take the next leap they need to strengthen their midfield with more quality and presence in the area, and on his list of targets is a culé player.
The Barça Player 'Cholo' Simeone Wants
According to 'El Nacional', Atlético de Madrid is interested in Fermín López. The Andalusian midfielder is one of Barça's great bets for the future and his emergence in the summer at the Games and his level have not gone unnoticed. His ability to break lines, his intensity in play, and his ease in reaching the goal have caught Simeone's attention, who believes he would fit perfectly into his system.
Atlético is willing to make a great offer to convince Barça. According to the aforementioned source, the rojiblanco club would be prepared to put 70 million on the table for Fermín, a considerable figure for a young player.
Barça's Message
However, no matter how much money Atlético may offer, Barça has no intention of selling Fermín. The blaugrana club fully trusts his projection and considers him a key piece in the present and future of the team. Proof of this is that he recently renewed his contract until 2029, shielding him from any exit attempts and ensuring his long-term continuity.
Barça's intention is to build a solid project around young talents like Fermín, Lamine Yamal, and Pau Cubarsí, and they do not contemplate parting with them under any circumstances. Although Atlético's offer may be tempting in economic terms, Barça prioritizes the sporting future and is clear that Fermín López is untouchable. Simeone will have to look for reinforcements elsewhere because in Barcelona they are not willing to negotiate his departure.