Amidst the summer transfer window, reports have emerged from within Atlético Madrid indicating an unexpected move that could bring about radical changes to the team’s midfield.
An internal decision is looming regarding the departure of one of the Rojiblancos’ most prominent players, prompting coach Diego Simeone to quickly turn his attention to a name that has recently attracted considerable interest in La Liga.
Informed sources confirmed that the player in question is very close to a surprising destination, having a personal relationship with one of the game’s legends. According to these sources, the deal is in its advanced stages, while Atlético’s technical management has already begun studying possible replacements.
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Leaked information from the club reveals that Rodrigo De Paul is now just a few steps away from leaving the Wanda Metropolitano for Inter Miami, the American club that hosts Argentine star Lionel Messi.
De Paul has given his initial approval to the offer, amid great confidence among the American team’s management that the signing will be completed in the coming days, in preparation for the MLS playoffs.
Simeone, meanwhile, did not wait long to begin searching for a strategic replacement in midfield, turning his attention to one of La Liga’s most promising young talents: Fermín López, the rapidly rising Barcelona player.
López, who shone brilliantly last season with the Catalan club, has firmly established himself in the starting lineup and even made his senior debut for Spain, thanks to his versatility, excellent physical fitness, and ability to advance offensively.
All these attributes have made him a favorite option for Simeone, who considers him the ideal solution to replace De Paul, both technically and physically.
Despite Atlético’s serious interest, Barcelona’s response was definitive: the player is not for sale.
Despite the complex financial circumstances the Catalan club is facing, they view Fermín as an integral part of the new project led by German coach Hansi Flick, who has explicitly expressed his desire to rely on him as a starter next season.
Although a large financial offer might theoretically be tempting, the sporting management, led by Deco, believes that selling Fermín would pose a technical and competitive risk—especially to a local club that could become a direct rival to Barcelona in La Liga.
However, Diego Simeone does not appear ready to back down. The Argentine coach continues to pressure the board to consider all possible scenarios, as he has yet to find a player as convincing as Fermín López.
