Atlético de Madrid are facing crucial days before the start of LaLiga. Gil Marín knows that the club needs money after the huge spending it has had this summer and has put Rodrigo Riquelme, a jewel of the club, up for sale. The young academy player, despite having been quite important last season, has not developed much and if a good offer arrives, the club will consider selling him.
Riquelme wants more minutes on the field
Rodrigo Riquelme has made it clear that he wants to play more minutes on the pitch. The youth-team player wants to continue to grow and to do so he needs continuity. However, in the current Atlético de Madrid squad, his participation could be limited. Competition in key positions such as forward and wing-back makes his role uncertain.
Riquelme has been waiting for other players, such as Joao Felix or Angel Correa, to leave before assessing his own future. But uncertainty remains. The player does not see a clear path to a leading role under Simeone.
Roma's offer could change everything
In the midst of this situation, a significant offer has emerged from Italy that could define his future. Roma have shown strong interest in signing Riquelme and the economic proposal could reach six million euros per season. This offer is higher than his current contract at Atlético de Madrid, so Riquelme is seriously considering his future.
Roma manager Daniele De Rossi sees Riquelme as the ideal replacement for Paulo Dybala. Dybala's future at the Italian club is uncertain, due to a tempting offer from Saudi Arabia. If Dybala leaves, Roma will step up their efforts to sign Riquelme.
An uncertain future for Riquelme and Atlético de Madrid
Rodrigo Riquelme's situation is at a critical point. With Roma's offer on the table and Atlético's need to cash in, the player could be about to say goodbye to the club that trained him. For Simeone, losing Riquelme would be a significant blow, as he has relied on his potential to strengthen the squad in a season that is expected to be very demanding.
The next few days will be decisive, as Riquelme must make a decision that could change his career. Meanwhile, Atlético de Madrid will have to manage a delicate situation. This not only affects the player, but also the team's strategy for the new season.