Atletico Madrid competing with Chelsea to sign Argentine star

Atletico Madrid have a knack for signing Argentine gamers, and one other might be heading to the RiyadhAir Metropolitano subsequent summer time. Juan Musso, Thiago Almada and Nico Gonzalez joined in 2025, and shortly, they might be joined by Valentin Barco.

Barco, who was on mortgage at Sevilla for the primary half of final season, joined Strasbourg in the summertime, signing completely from Premier League aspect Brighton. He might now be set for a return to Spain or England, with CaughtOffside reporting that Atleti are competing with Chelsea for his signature.

“Chelsea are nonetheless intently monitoring Barco after taking a look at him in the summertime. Bayern Munich have additionally been watching him, as have Atletico Madrid. However he’s below contract at Strasbourg till 2029 so there’s no panic at Strasbourg’s finish – they’ll demand an enormous charge if anybody makes an method.”

Barco’s versatility will enchantment to Atleti

Barco has been in advantageous kind for Strasbourg this season, and crucially for Atleti, he can function in numerous positions. He predominantly performs in central midfield, though he’s additionally able to working on the left flank – each in defence and assault.

Nonetheless, Strasbourg’s relationship with fellow BlueCo group Chelsea implies that Atleti could be on the again foot with reference to signing Barco, who would price a substantial quantity anyway, given that he’s solely 21 years of age. On this regard, Los Colchoneros could have to contemplate different choices, though one benefit they’ve of their well-documented Argentine contingent, who might persuade the participant to affix them over the Premier League giants.

It is going to be fascinating to see whether or not Atleti make a concrete transfer for Barco subsequent summer time. He will surely be a high addition to Diego Simeone’s aspect, as he appears a lot better than the participant that featured for Sevilla final season.