Atlético make offer for Matías Galarza, eye midfield solution | OneFootball

Atlético has made moves in the transfer market and submitted an official offer for midfielder Matías Alejandro Galarza, one of Talleres' standout players this season. At 23 years old, the Argentine is seen internally as a possible solution to a problem that has affected the black-and-white squad in 2025: the lack of a natural defensive midfielder following the departures of Rodrigo Battaglia and Otávio.

The news about Atlético’s offer was first reported by journalists Guilherme Souza and Heverton Guimarães. According to their findings, Galo has already made an initial formal offer to sign the player, who is also attracting interest from Fluminense.

With the loss of both players in that position, Galo had to improvise by playing Alan Franco as the main defensive midfielder throughout this season. Despite the Ecuadorian’s efforts, the coaching staff identified the need for a player more accustomed to the role, with defensive skills and the ability to build up play from the back.

Galarza came up through the youth ranks at Argentinos Juniors and spent part of his career in European football, playing for Genk in Belgium. In 2024, he returned to South American football to play for Talleres and quickly established himself as an important part of the Córdoba team’s midfield.

According to statistics from Transfermarkt, the midfielder has made 41 appearances and scored one goal for Talleres. In addition to his intensity in marking, the player stands out for his ability to play out from the back, a trait that fits the profile Atlético is seeking to reorganize the defensive sector and bring more balance to the team.

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