Simeone gives green light to Raspadori’s exit | OneFootball

The negotiations to bring Giacomo Raspadori to Trigoria are entering their crucial phase.

As reported by Gazzetta dello Sport, yesterday marked a turning point: upon Atlético Madrid’s resumption of training, the Italian striker had a direct conversation with Diego Simeone.

The player’s message was unequivocal: the need to find more playing time and consistency, also to secure his place in the national team ahead of the upcoming World Cup.

Simeone, who has never hidden his respect for the former Napoli player, has acknowledged the player’s wishes, confirming that he would have liked to grant him more playing time.

However, the Argentine coach has set a clear condition to his management: if Raspadori leaves, a suitable replacement is needed.

From a corporate standpoint, the “Colchoneros”‘ resistance remains tied to financial considerations.

Atlético has no intention of generating a capital loss and demands that Roma cover the €22 million (plus €4 million in bonuses) invested last summer alone.

The ball is now firmly in Massara’s court, who must finalize the deal to hand over the signing to Gian Piero Gasperini, with the obligation to buy remaining the key issue.