Atlético de Madrid ramps up transfer activity ahead of 2026‑27 season

Atlético de Madrid confirmed the arrival of left‑back Alejandro Grimaldo on a four‑year deal and South Korean attacking midfielder Kang‑in Lee, both viewed as key reinforcements as the club looks to replace the loss of Antoine Griezmann.

The club is also negotiating the permanent signing of Argentine forward Nico González, with talks scheduled between Atlético and Juventus. A potential transfer for João Gomes has been halted after disputes involving Bernardo Silva and agent Jorge Mendes.

European suitors, notably Paris Saint‑Germain and coach Luis Enrique, continue to press for Argentine striker Julián Álvarez, but Atlético has kept its asking price firm, citing a €150‑million minimum and a €500‑million release clause as barriers.

Amid these moves, head coach Diego Simeone enters the final year of his contract, adding urgency to the club’s market activity as it prepares for the 2026‑27 campaign.