For now, it can be said that the signing who has adapted best to Atlético de Madrid is Robin Le Normand, who is undisputed in defence. The Spanish international was the most expensive centre-back in the history of the red-and-white team, costing close to 40 million euros. So far, he has been a starter in almost all of the matches that the red-and-white team has played this season.
Obviously, the former Real Sociedad player returned to the starting line-up yesterday and showed great form, despite causing the foul that would end in 0-1. After the match, he wanted to send a message on social media that reflects the spirit that the colchoneros are showing during this season. This Wednesday, the second day of the new Champions League format will be played, having to visit Benfica.
Robin Le Normand, a regular for Simeone
It can be said that the European champion with the Spanish national team is already a regular in the Atlético de Madrid defence thanks to his own merits. He needed very little to earn a place, especially after the departure of numerous centre-backs in the last summer transfer market. Obviously, the red-and-white team has improved considerably in the defensive area , conceding far fewer chances in these matches.
In addition to the good performance of Robin Le Normand , we must also add the consistency that Josema Giménez has found in the physical aspect. Both are two pillars for Simeone and, in addition, indisputable when it comes to facing difficult commitments. Yesterday, both started in the starting team and conceded very few chances to Real Madrid during the 90 minutes.
After the points were shared, Robin Le Normand used his Instagram profile to send a message to the Atlético fans. “ Believe until the end ” can be read as a caption, followed by a heart and numerous images of the player during last night's match. The message was preceded by the equaliser scored by Ángel Correa in stoppage time to rescue a draw for the Rojiblancos.
The team that conceded the fewest goals
So far, Jan Oblak remains the goalkeeper with the best average of goals conceded in Spain this season. He has only conceded four goals this season, keeping a clean sheet in four games. In addition to the Slovenian's good form, this good run is caused by the notable improvement that has been seen in defence.
Obviously, Reinildo must also be added to this equation, as he has once again won Simeone 's trust. Right now, he is the one who has taken over the left-footed role in defence after Mario Hermoso left in the summer. On the other hand, we still have to see what level Clement Lenglet will play, as he has not yet been able to make his debut this season.