The Naples does not give his arm to twist with Milik, He continues asking for 15 million for him and Atlético cannot reach that figure. From the southern Italian club they consider the negotiations closed, so, except for new attempts by the rojiblancos, that option is closed and Andrea Berta's work team has to survey the scoring market, the busiest of this window of transfers. There are several names on the table.
Willian José (Real Sociedad)
The 29-year-old Brazilian has been pleasing at Atlético for years and gives the desired profile to replace Diego Costa. Not a few see similarities between the two. The Real Sociedad still does not have proof of the rojiblanco interest and its intention is not to weaken Imanol's team in this market, but they could open to negotiate for Willian José, whom his agents have frequently offered to other clubs. The San Sebastian club has in mind Carlos Fernández, from Sevilla. Yes, while Atleti raises a loan with an option to buy, La Real wants to make cash right now.
From Tomás (Espanyol)
It is not the first time that Atleti thinks of him. However, Espanyol has no intention of parting with its 26-year-old striker, and that complicates the operation a lot. The blue and white team count on him for promotion and this means that any club that asks for him will be referred to the release clause: 60 million. Maybe it could go out for less, but it seems that not for an amount acceptable for Atlético. In summer it would be easier.
Loren (Betis)
The SER string He put the name of the 27-year-old Betis forward on the table. The Verdiblanco team has Borja Iglesias, Sanabria and him in attack, so it could get rid of some piece to be able to sign in other positions. Loren has many ballots to leave and Atleti contemplates requesting the transfer.
Bakambu (Sinobo Guoan)
The former Villarreal forward, 29, is scoring goals in the Chinese league, but planning his return to Europe. In addition, the new salary cap that the Asian country will mark will make many of its stars come out. Atlético already probed him in the previous winter market and one of the obstacles is precisely the very high chip that he charges in his current club.
Another option: do not sign
Simeone slipped a few days ago that they are still spinning if a striker arrives, no one needs to arrive to reinforce the lead. Diego Costa has left and Saponjic does not count, so the only ram is Luis Suárez, you will need to rotate. When the Uruguayan was not there, Cholo's plan was to play in point with João Félix and Correa. The team played well, but it lacked punch … But if what may come is not convincing, the coach will keep what he has.