The summer transfer market closes today and there are still some issues to be resolved at Atlético de Madrid . Beyond the chapter of departures, where the sporting management is still working, a reinforcement arriving at the last minute is not ruled out. According to Matteo Moretto, the red-and-white team would be interested in the loan of a player from AC Milan .
This is Ismaël Bennacer , a 26-year-old Algerian midfielder who the Italian team has reportedly opened the door to leaving this summer. Atlético de Madrid 's intention would be to achieve his incorporation on loan, something they have already tried with other players. Right now, time is running against the colchoneros, but they will work until the end to reach an agreement.
Ismaël Bennacer, a low-cost option
Over the last week, the Metropolitano has not wanted to close the door on the possibility of closing the transfer market with another reinforcement. For now, everything points to the intention of the colchoneros being to be able to incorporate a last piece for the midfield. In fact, there are many names that have already been mentioned in the last few hours, the latest being Ismaël Bennacer .
The Algerian footballer is expected to leave AC Milan this summer, with a market value of 30 million euros. Atlético de Madrid are looking for a loan, as they have practically reached their salary cap, leaving them little room for manoeuvre. This was revealed by Matteo Moretto, although the club has very few hours left to carry out the operation before the market closes.
Last season, Ismaël Bennacer was a key player for the Italian team, playing a lot of minutes. However, Italy had already agreed to the Algerian's departure if a suitable offer came in. What is clear is that Atlético de Madrid do not want to give up on the squad and are looking for the last piece of the puzzle.
Simeone and a high-quality squad
Keeping an eye on the midfield, and waiting for a final signing, it is clear that Atléticode Madrid have many players. Right now, Simeone is still not sure who his starting midfielder will be, having rotated in the first three games. Pablo Barrios seems to be the only undisputed choice, having shown a great level at the start of this season.
Obviously, Koke remains one of Simeone 's trusted men, who continues to bet on playing with three midfielders. Conor Gallagher still needs to adapt 100% to the Argentine's style, although he was able to debut in the victory against Girona . Therefore, the arrival of another piece for the engine room would mean competition very rarely seen at Atlético de Madrid .
Koke, a special season
In the case of the Atletico captain, it seems that this will be a campaign in which he will rotate in a large number of matches, already making one substitute appearance. One of Simeone 's main objectives was to find a reliable substitute so that Koke could rest and not accumulate so many matches under his belt. Given the great competition that there will be in that area of the field, everything points to the Atletico youth player having a somewhat unusual season for him.