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Atletico Madrid emerge as potential contenders to sign Juventus veteran on free transfer
Atletico Madrid’s summer transfer window was considerably different compared to their closest rivals Barcelona and Real Madrid.
The Catalans invested more than €150 million this summer to buy seven players, while Los Blancos acquired Aurelien Tchouameni and Antonio Rudiger for a combined €100 million.
Diego Simeone’s side, still severely suffering financially, could only bring in Sergio Reguilon on loan, Axel Witsel on a free transfer, Samuel Lino for €6.4 million, and finally Nahuel Molina for €19.8 million.
While Witsel has settled in nicely, Lino has already departed on loan to Valencia. Reguilon, currently injured, is yet to make his debut. However, it’s Molina who has been concerning.
In light of the same, MARCA have reported Atleti’s possible interest in signing Juventus’ Juan Cuadrado. The Colombian is unlikely to extend his contract with Bianconeri and as quoted by the outlet, Diego Simeone likes the idea of signing him.
In fact, this rumour is far from surprising. The player was linked to Atletico in the past, and is tailor-made for Simeone’s system.
Cholo likes to use wide midfielders or wingbacks instead of out-and-out wingers, which fits perfectly in line with Cuadrado. While the veteran started out as a winger, he has been playing as a full-back or wing-back for Juventus over the last few seasons. Quite successfully so, too.
Available on a free transfer, this move makes sense for all parties. Cuadrado gets his final payday at a top European outfit and Atleti get to acquire a quality, albeit old, player on a Bosman move.
Further, it also helps Simeone add more competition to an underperforming position. Marcos Llorente and Molina have been far from convincing so far, and their inconsistency could push Simeone to pursue Cuadrado in the summer.
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UEFA open investigation against multiple Real Madrid players over celebration vs Atletico
More than two weeks after Real Madrid’s controversial win over Atletico Madrid in the Champions League Round of 16, UEFA has sent quite the shockwave to the defending European champions.
In a recent statement, UEFA has announced they have started an open investigation against a series of Real Madrid players for the way they celebrated after winning against Atletico Madrid, about two weeks back.
What is the investigation about?
As reported by MARCA, the European governing body is specifically looking into the actions of Antonio Rudiger, Kylian Mbappe, Dani Ceballos, and Vinicius Jr.
The controversy stems from Real Madrid’s celebrations after knocking out city rivals Atletico Madrid in the UEFA Champions League Round of 16.
The celebrations took place near the section of the stadium occupied by Real Madrid supporters, but some actions by the players have drawn scrutiny.
“A UEFA Ethics and Disciplinary Inspector has been appointed to investigate allegations of indecent conduct by Real Madrid CF players (Antonio Rudiger, Kylian Mbappe, Daniel Ceballos Fernandez and Vinicius Junior) during the UEFA Champions League round of 16 match between Club Atletico Madrid and Real Madrid on 12 March 2025,” UEFA said in an official statement.
Rudiger is being investigated for a gesture in which he placed his hand around his neck, while Mbappe reportedly made an inappropriate gesture by touching his genitals.
Vinicius, on the other hand, was involved in heated interactions with Atletico fans both before and after the match, while Ceballos was seen enthusiastically joining the celebrations.
The celebrations from Real Madrid players drew hostility from Atletico Madrid fans for obvious reasons, with the opposition fans resorting to throwing bottles on the pitch.
Jude Bellingham was even among the ones hit by these throwing objects from Atleti fans while Vinicius pointed to the Real Madrid crest on his shirt, which might have played a role in further fuming tension.
Rodrygo, on the other hand, responded to the hostility from Atleti fans by dancing inside the pitch.
UEFA has appointed an Ethics and Disciplinary Inspector to review the incidents, although it is very much likely that Real Madrid would appeal against any sanctions placed on the event of any breach.
