Atlético de Madrid face a highly demanding European night with several key absences in their setup.

Diego Pablo Simeone has officially announced the squad list for the Champions League clash against Arsenal, confirming that he will be without Nico González, Pablo Barrios and Josema Giménez.

The absence of the two midfielders and the Uruguayan centre-back is a major setback for the Argentine coach’s tactical plans.

Barrios and González had been key pieces in the midfield rotation, providing balance and forward drive, while Giménez’s absence weakens the heart of Atlético’s defence.

Although the club has not gone into the medical details of each case in this statement, it is understood that the coaching staff preferred not to take risks with players carrying physical issues.

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