Palmeiras target Almada set to stay at Atlético de Madrid

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·23 gennaio 2026

Palmeiras target Almada set to stay at Atlético de Madrid

Palmeiras' wish for the 2026 season, midfielder Thiago Almada, has ruled out his departure from Atlético de Madrid.

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“A lot of rumors. I am quite calm doing my job at the club. Showing the coach that I want to stay. I believe it's clear that I will continue at Atlético de Madrid,” he said in an interview with the Argentine channel “AFA Estudio”.

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The 24-year-old athlete was a target for Verdão after the club realized it would be a great market opportunity. However, his desire to stay in Europe caused the negotiations to cool down.

Recent history of the Argentine

Almada was a key player for Botafogo's unprecedented Libertadores title in 2024. Afterwards, he played for Lyon until he was signed by Atlético de Madrid, where he has 19 appearances, with two goals and one assist.

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