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'Signing' closed: Fernando Torres strikes a blow to Florentino Pérez with this player

The red-and-white club signs star Fernando Torres

Fernando Torres, who currently manages Atlético de Madrid's youth team, has managed to secure the continuity of one of the most promising gems of the red-and-white youth team: Salim El Jebari. This renewal is a significant blow for Florentino Pérez and other big clubs who were interested in the young talent.

Florentino Pérez and Real Madrid were following him closely

20-year-old Salim El Jebari has been the subject of interest from a number of top clubs, including Real Madrid. The competition to sign the young forward intensified due to his impressive performances in Atletico Madrid's youth ranks. His goal-scoring ability and versatility in attack made him an attractive target for teams looking to bolster their ranks with promising young talent.

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The renewal with Atlético de Madrid

Atletico Madrid have announced that Salim El Jebari has extended his contract until 2026. This renewal ensures that the red-and-white club keep one of its most promising prospects, despite interest from other top teams. Salim's decision to stay at Atletico reflects his confidence in the project and his desire to continue developing alongside Fernando Torres.

The role of Fernando Torres

Fernando Torres has played a crucial role in Salim's decision to renew with Atlético. Torres, a club legend and current coach of the Juvenil A, has worked closely with Salim, helping him improve his game and preparing him for the professional level. Torres' influence and his vision for developing young talent have been instrumental in convincing Salim about his future.

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The role of Torres | Atlético de Madrid

Bright future for Salim El Jebari

With this renewal, Salim El Jebari has the opportunity to continue his growth and eventually make his debut in the first team of Atlético de Madrid. His development has been impressive, and with the support of Fernando Torres, he is expected to continue progressing and become a key player for the club in the coming years. This renewal is not only a triumph for Atlético, but also an example of how the club is investing in its youth academy to ensure a competitive future.

Salim El Jebari's decision to stay at Atlético Madrid is a blow to the teams that were hoping to take advantage of his talent. Florentino Pérez and other managers will have to look elsewhere, as the young striker has made it clear that his commitment is to Atlético. With this renewal, Atlético reinforces its commitment to the youth team and secures the talent of one of its most promising players for the future.