Atlético Madrid target Joao Gomes to bolster their midfield | OneFootball

Atlético Madrid is seeking to strengthen their midfield following the departure of Conor Gallagher to Tottenham, a deal that brought 40 million euros to the club's coffers. In this context, one of the most talked-about names is Joao Gomes, a 24-year-old Brazilian midfielder currently playing for the Wolverhampton Wanderers, a team experiencing one of its worst seasons in the Premier League.

Gomes has established himself as a Brazil international, with ten appearances for the national team, and has become one of the key players for the English side. Despite his strong individual performance, the Wolves currently sit at the bottom of the Premier League, with only seven points in 21 matches, 18 of which Gomes has started. This season, the Brazilian has played in 24 matches and has already surpassed one hundred games since his arrival in Europe in 2022 from Flamengo, a club known for producing and exporting top-tier talent to European football.

Atlético is looking to seize the opportunity to strengthen an area of the field that was weakened after Gallagher's departure. The arrival of Joao Gomes could provide the team with greater creativity, ball control, and defensive solidity in the midfield, aspects that Diego Simeone considers essential for competing in La Liga and the Champions League.

Competition and Key Decision

However, it won't be easy for the rojiblancos to secure his services, as other clubs have also shown interest. Teams like Napoli, looking to bolster their squad to finish the season strongly, and Manchester United, who are closely monitoring the Brazilian, could compete for his signing. The negotiation, overseen by Mateu Alemany, will be crucial in determining whether Joao Gomes can become the new midfield reference for Atlético in this winter market.

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