Atlético Madrid Pursues Marc Casadó: Mateu Alemany Includes Him on the List
Atlético Madrid is showing interest in Marc Casadó, a 22-year-old midfielder from FC Barcelona. Reports indicate that while no formal offer has been made, both the player and his agent, Jorge Mendes, are aware of Atlético’s pursuit. This interest stands alongside the club’s search for replacements for departing player Conor Gallagher, who has joined Tottenham.
Atlético Madrid’s List of Targets
In addition to Casadó, Atlético Madrid is exploring other options including:
- João Gomes from Wolverhampton
- Ederson from Atalanta
Both players are represented by Mendes and are considered to have higher market values than Casadó. Nevertheless, the young midfielder is contemplating his future, indicating a preference to remain at Barcelona for the current season. However, he is open to the possibility of joining Atlético Madrid as the winter transfer window progresses.
Previous Interest and Current Situation
Last summer, Diego Simeone expressed interest in signing Casadó. At that time, the player opted to stay with Barcelona, fulfilling a lifelong dream. Under coach Julian Nagelsmann, who has shown confidence in him, Casadó has struggled for playing time recently.
This season, he has appeared in 19 matches, starting 10 and clocking 871 minutes on the pitch. Compared to the previous season, where he played 36 matches and totaled 2,447 minutes, his current role has diminished significantly. In the recent matches, he has been benched and did not feature in two league games, two Supercopa matches, or two Champions League fixtures, except for a brief appearance in the Copa del Rey.
Interest from Premier League Clubs
Casadó’s talent has attracted attention from other teams, including:
- Manchester United
- Wolverhampton Wanderers
Manchester United has initiated discussions regarding Casadó, while Wolverhampton has also maintained interest since last summer, likely due to Mendes’ connections with both clubs. As the winter transfer window nears its end, the future of Marc Casadó remains uncertain but exciting.
