Thiago Almada Transfer from Botafogo to Atlético Madrid
Mundo Deportivo reports on Atlético de Madrid's interest in Thiago Almada amid Lyon's financial crisis. Atlético de Madrid is interested in Thiago Almada, especially in the wake of Lyon's financial crisis and administrative relegation. Almada is seen as a potential market opportunity. Atlético has been following him for a long time, and his agent, Agustín Jiménez, has a good relationship with Atlético's owners. Although Atlético has not made a move yet, the situation is being monitored closely.
Mundo Deportivo reports on Atlético de Madrid's interest in Thiago Almada. Thiago Almada is once again on the radar of Atlético de Madrid. The Argentine playmaker, who is currently on loan at Olympique de Lyon, is considered by Atlético to strengthen their attack, especially if Ángel Correa leaves the club. Almada prefers to remain in Europe rather than return to Botafogo for a short stint.
Thiago Almada, on a free loan from Botafogo, might be integrated back into the Brazilian club for the upcoming Club World Cup before returning to Europe. He is reluctant to move to Brazil even temporarily, and Atlético de Madrid is monitoring the Argentine playmaker.
Atlético de Madrid made an offer of 20 million euros to Botafogo to recruit Thiago Almada this winter. However, the offer was rejected by John Textor who prefers to send Almada to Olympique Lyonnais.
Atlético de Madrid, recognized for its ongoing interest in players, has been monitoring Thiago Almada for several transfer windows. Despite their interest, Botafogo declined a 20 million euros bid from Atlético, causing some dissatisfaction within Botafogo, particularly as it went against the terms of the player's contract when he joined the club. The owner of Botafogo, John Textor, refused the offer, as he was hoping for higher bids, especially considering Almada was purchased for 18.2 million euros from Atlanta United. Textor, who also owns Olympique Lyon, is seeking offers exceeding 40 million euros to help alleviate financial issues at Lyon, with Botafogo being a crucial source of funds. The rejection of Atlético's offer has left Almada frustrated, as he was eager to join Atlético because of the influence of the 'Argentine clan' at the club.
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