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Cold water for Fernando Torres: Gil Marín sends his star to another team

The Spanish coach knows that his star will leave for a historic Spanish club

Adrián Niño has proven to be one of Atlético de Madrid's most promising players. At 19, he has made his mark on Atlético B under the direction of Tevent. His numbers stand out, with eight goals in 37 Primera RFEF matches and 12 goals in 15 UEFA Youth League games. Niño is not only a goalscorer, but he also performs in different offensive positions, showing his ability to adapt and speed on the field.

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Fernando Torres has placed a lot of trust in the young forward. For Torres, Niño represents the future of Atlético B and a key piece in his plans. The coach, aware of the difficult path to the elite, has guided Niño with the aim of preparing him for the jump to the first team.

Zaragoza Wants Niño for its Forward Lineup

With the arrival of Julián Álvarez to Atlético, the opportunities for Adrián Niño in the first team are zero. Given this situation, Real Zaragoza has put the focus on him as a reinforcement for its forward line. The Aragonese club has had success in the past with the loans of young players from Atlético, such as Víctor Mollejo and Giuliano Simeone.

Negotiations between Atlético and Zaragoza are progressing rapidly. Gil Marín and Víctor Fernández have maintained a close relationship, which makes the operation easier. For Niño, this move represents an opportunity to gain minutes in a demanding league, which would favour his growth as a player.

Zaragoza need a striker with Niño's characteristics. His speed, ability to read the play and his goal-scoring instinct fit perfectly with the club's aspirations. This loan could be key both for the player's development and for Zaragoza's ambitions for the season.

Fernando Torres Suffers from the Possible Departure of His Star

For Fernando Torres, the loan of Adrián Niño would be a hard blow. The coach has worked closely with the forward, helping him improve and grow in every aspect of the game. Niño has become a key player for Atlético B, and his departure would leave a void that would be difficult to fill in the team.

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Fernando Torres | Atlético de Madrid

Although he understands that the loan could be beneficial for Niño, Torres faces the challenge of adjusting his plans without one of his stars. The departure of the striker will force the coach to reconfigure his strategy and look for alternatives to maintain the team's level. However, Torres knows that this step could be fundamental for the future of Niño, who would return with more experience and preparation.

Niño, for his part, is ready to take advantage of this opportunity at Zaragoza. He knows that it is an important step in his career and that it could open the doors to a successful future at Atlético de Madrid.