Atletico Madrid is expected to be busy this summer, but to complete their ideal company, the sale is needed. And a player who can be on the road is someone whose exit supporters can distribute.
After he had spent a great deal last summer, Atleti had hoped to take on the right challenge at Barcelona and Real Madrid for the La Liga title. But with five games to go, they are outside, and they have also missed success in the Copa del Rey and Champions League.
And in response, Atleti is expected to grow up again this summer. They have been associated with people like Cristian Romero, Enzo Fernandez and Alex Baena, but they will have to raise money to sign all their goals. Now a surprise name has emerged as a leading candidate to be sold.
As reported by Relo, Atleti has decided that they will listen to offers for the Paul in the summer. Contract negotiations between the two parties have stalled in recent weeks and given that the midfielder, who could have moved to the Premier League during the Winter, has moved his current deal in 2026, the club can choose to cash in so that they do not lose it for free.
Atleti had considered the Paul as a crucial player, but now he was considered transferable. Diego Simeone appreciates his compatriot extremely high, but the same image is not shared by the club's board or the sports department, which means that it would be no surprise that he will leave the Metropolitano in the summer.
It is still to see whether the Paul will continue, but if so, it would not be a surprise to see Atletico Madrid for Enzo Fernandez as his replacement. For now there is still a chance that a new contract will be agreed before the summer.