The next matchday that Atlético de Madrid will have to play at their stadium will be very special for a group of players. This Wednesday, all the signings that have been made in the summer were presented to the Atlético fans. However, the most important part is still to come and that is to see them on the pitch in an official match.
This scenario will take place this weekend in the match between the red-and-whites and the Catalan club. It is true that three of the new signings that Simeone has at his disposal have already made their official debut, but they are still not fully acquainted with their fans. The last one who is still waiting to get minutes is Conor Gallagher , who was presented on Wednesday when he greeted his new fans.
The Metropolitano is waiting for its signings
It can be said that there is a lot of expectation among the red-and-white fans ahead of a very important season. From the very beginning, Atlético de Madrid 's intention was to form a squad that could once again compete for all the titles. So far, that objective has been met, with the quality of the team having improved considerably and very important names having been signed.
In the match against Villarreal, three of these new signings already had minutes in an official match, two of them being starters. Robin Le Normand and Alexander Sorloth, who made his debut as a goalscorer , started in the starting eleven against the yellow submarine. In the second half, it was Julián Álvarez , who was able to wear the Atlético jersey for the first time and start to get into the swing of things.
The match against Girona will be special for all of them, although there could also be a few more surprises before Sunday. Two of them already know what it is like to play at the Metropolitano , although defending the colours of other teams. The fans are eagerly awaiting to see their new signings on the pitch and start to show them that they will experience a unique atmosphere .
Simeone is already thinking about his starting team
Based on the results of the last few days, two of Atlético de Madrid 's new signings could start in their debut at the Metropolitano. Robin Le Normand would continue to be an important part of the defence, although the forward line would undergo some changes. Julián Álvarez could start as centre forward and leave another of the new signings, Alexander Sorloth , on the bench, who has already scored against Villarreal.
In the case of Conor Gallagher , the Englishman has still only played a few training sessions and it would be strange if he started. Even so, it cannot be ruled out that the former Chelsea player could have some minutes this Sunday if the result allows it. For now, Simeone has many pieces in the engine room, being able to bet on the substitution of Koke and the starting position of Rodrigo de Paul this Sunday.