Despite ongoing commitments this season, Atletico Madrid is actively planning for their summer transfer window. Sporting director Mateu Alemany is focused on strengthening various areas of Diego Simeone’s squad, with the critical task of finding a successor for Antoine Griezmann at the forefront.
Confirmation arrived last month that Griezmann will depart Atleti at the season’s conclusion, pursuing his aspiration to play in Major League Soccer. His move to Orlando City in the summer necessitates the acquisition of a suitable replacement. While potential candidates have emerged recently, Alemany has opted for a new primary target.
According to Marca, Julian Brandt has emerged as Atletico’s leading choice to fill Griezmann’s shoes. The Borussia Dortmund playmaker’s contract expires at the end of the season, and with no renewal on the horizon, Los Colchoneros view this as a prime opportunity to acquire him on a free transfer.
Atletico seeks a player with a similar playing style to Griezmann, and they believe Brandt fits this profile. This season, he has contributed 11 goals and three assists from a midfield role. There’s a conviction that he could enhance these numbers within Simeone’s tactical setup, potentially playing in a more advanced position.
Brandt: One of Several Potential Summer Signings
The upcoming summer transfer window is shaping up to be another period of significant activity for Atleti, as they aim to narrow the gap on Barcelona and Real Madrid. Brandt could be one of several new faces, with reinforcements also sought at centre-back, left-back, and in midfield, where Ederson dos Santos is currently considered the favored option.
