With a summer market expected to be busy, Atlético Madrid has begun to outline its list of priorities. In recent years, the colchonero team has shown a special interest in players trained at La Masia or who have passed through Barça. The quality and competitive mentality of many of these footballers fit perfectly with the play style Diego Simeone aims to reinforce for the upcoming season.
In this scenario, the rojiblanco club is once again focusing on Barça, this time with the intention of fishing in a transitional context for the culé team. With Hansi Flick's consolidation on the bench and the intention to renew certain positions, some players could see their prominence reduced. That's where Atleti sees an opportunity to make strategic moves.
Simeone wants him in his new project
The name that most appeals to 'Cholo' Simeone is Gavi. The Argentine coach sees in the culé midfielder the ideal profile to strengthen his squad: intensity, physical deployment, well-understood aggressiveness, and competitive character. Although Gavi is not for sale, Atlético is willing to make a significant effort if it detects signs that the player feels displaced in the new FC Barcelona.
After his injury, Gavi has returned to the field, but he still hasn't regained the full prominence he had before his absence. The competition in the midfield is high, and the blaugrana coaching staff is evaluating his evolution cautiously. In this context, the colchonero environment sees an opportunity to try to convince both Gavi and the club that a change of scenery could be positive for the young talent.
Barça considers the offer
Although at Camp Nou they do not consider Gavi's departure a priority, the sports management doesn't rule out listening to proposals for any player, especially if significant offers arrive. Gavi remains a symbol of the long-term project, but the need for income and internal competition could open a debate if Atlético Madrid proposes a serious operation.
Hansi Flick, for now, has not made a definitive decision about Gavi's role, and that generates some uncertainty. Meanwhile, Atlético moves silently, hoping that circumstances will end up playing in their favor. Simeone is convinced that Gavi would be a strategic signing, not only for his immediate performance but also as a future investment.