Is Musso Ready to Succeed Oblak at Atletico Madrid?

Juan Musso has pushed into the spotlight at Atletico Madrid this season. The Argentine has started in Copa del Rey ties and stepped in during Jan Oblak’s absences.

Managerial praise and role

Diego Simeone publicly praised Musso on March 2. The praise came ahead of Atletico’s Copa del Rey semi-final second leg against Barcelona.

Simeone highlighted Musso’s value in the dressing room. The coach stressed the goalkeeper brings energy and more than just shot-stopping.

Recent performances and statistics

Musso produced an eye-catching Champions League display against Tottenham. He made eight saves from 11 attempts in a 3-2 defeat.

In the Copa del Rey, he delivered clean sheets across the two-legged tie with Barcelona. He recorded 4/4 saves in the first leg and 6/9 in the return.

In La Liga, Musso added another shutout with a strong showing against Getafe, making three saves from three attempts. He had also impressed last season versus Athletic Bilbao and Girona with one save each.

Club figures show he is conceding fewer goals and saving more shots on target this campaign. Those numbers have increased confidence around his prospects.

Derby test and team context

Musso faces a major test this Sunday against Real Madrid. He is expected to start while Oblak remains sidelined through injury.

Atletico’s first derby of the season featured Oblak in goal during a 5-2 victory. Match data from that game gave Oblak a 5.8/10 rating, a -1.30 goals prevented figure, and 0.70 xGOT faced.

What this means for the goalkeeper hierarchy

Many ask if Musso is ready to succeed Oblak at Atletico Madrid. Oblak remains under contract until 2028, so any change would be gradual.

Simeone, teammates and supporters have shown faith in Musso. He must continue his form through a busy end to March and a packed April to cement his status.

Filmogaz.com will continue to monitor Musso’s progress and report on how his role evolves at the club.