Atletico Madrid's summer transfer window is shaping up to be a busy one, with the club reportedly ready to listen to offers for five key players—including a striker who has caught Barcelona's eye. Following their Champions League semi-final exit at the hands of Arsenal on Tuesday, the focus at the Metropolitano has shifted firmly toward squad reshuffling under Sporting Director Mateo Alemany.
Alemany isn't wasting any time. Reports surfaced on Friday that Atletico are closing in on a deal for Wolves midfielder Joao Gomes, signaling the start of what promises to be another whirlwind summer. Over the past two years alone, the club has already welcomed 16 new faces through the door.
According to Diario AS, the five players on the shop window are Alexander Sorloth, Robin Le Normand, Nahuel Molina, Thiago Almada, and Clement Lenglet. While the latter three have been linked with moves for some time, it's the inclusion of Le Normand that raises eyebrows—the former Real Sociedad defender only arrived two years ago for a hefty €35 million fee.
The most intriguing name, however, is Sorloth. The Norwegian striker was already the subject of exit rumors last year, and now AC Milan has expressed interest. Even more notably, Barcelona has reportedly inquired about his availability as a potential alternative to Robert Lewandowski, adding another layer of intrigue to this unfolding saga.
Not everything is uncertain in Madrid. Captain Koke Resurreccion is expected to renew his contract for another season, and Marcos Llorente looks set to stay. But questions linger over Jan Oblak and Jose Maria Gimenez. The Uruguayan defender has been tipped for a departure in recent months, while the club may explore an exit for Oblak due to his high salary demands.
For fans and fashion-forward followers alike, this summer promises plenty of drama—and perhaps a few new kits to match the changing lineup.