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Purchase obligation activated Vermeeren has completed his permanent transfer from Atletico Madrid to Leipzig after a loan-to-buy obligation was triggered by the number of games he played this season. The midfie...

Impact Vermeeren has appeared in 20 games this season for Leipzig, registering one assist and contributing 26 tackles, 22 interceptions, and 13 clearances, highlighting his influence as a central midfielder. He has demonstrated his value to the coach, starting in each of the last five games he was available for across all competitions.

JANUARY 17 • ROTOWIRE

Dishes assist in victory Vermeeren assisted once to go with zero corners and two chances created in Sunday's 4-2 victory versus Werder Bremen.

Impact Vermeeren recorded his first assist of the season and set a season-high with his two chances created in the match. Additionally, he recorded more than 40 completed passes for a fourth time in 14 appearances on the campaign. On the other end, he earned at least one tackle won for a third straight game, and he nabbed a season-high four interceptions.

JANUARY 13 • ROTOWIRE

No longer suspended Vermeeren is back from his ban and is an option moving forward.

Impact Vermeeren has cleared his ban following his fifth yellow card, as he is now back in the fold. He has started in nine of his 18 appearances this season, so he could see the start immediately after his suspension, although Kevin Kampl and Nicolas Siewald could start as well.

DECEMBER 16, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Set for ban Vermeeren is banned for one game and is out for Sunday's match against Frankfurt.

Impact Vermeeren has been handed a ban, with the midfielder seeing his fight yellow card of the season in the club's last outing. This will force a change, as he did start in their last contest, with Kevin Kampl or Nicolas Seiwald as possible replacements. He will next be available when facing Bayern Munich on Dec. 20.

DECEMBER 9, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Gets start Vermeeren recorded one shot (zero on goal) in Saturday's 2-0 win over Mainz. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 60th minute.

Impact Vermeeren hasn't really taken a starting role since joining Leipzig, but he's shown the occasional flashes that earned him a transfer. The defensive midfielder is quick and reads the game well, making him a solid destroyer in midfield, though he perhaps isn't as creative as players such as Amadou Haidara. Vermeeren should see chances off the bench frequently, but starts might be hard to come back.

OCTOBER 21, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Makes Leipzig move Vermeeren completed a move to Leipzig from Atleti on loan, with an obligation to buy.

Impact Veremeeren's move will initially be on loan, but it includes an obligation to make the move permanent. The promising defensive midfielder failed to break through with Atleti, but clearly has shown enough for Leipzig to show some interest. If he can stay fit he could compete for a place in the starting XI, though Leipzig have a plethora of options for limited minutes.

AUGUST 26, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Debut appearance Vermeeren recorded one tackle (zero won) and two interceptions in Wednesday's 2-1 victory versus Rayo Vallecano.

Impact Vermeeren made his debut for Athletico Madrid Wednesday. He started and played the first half before being taken off in favor of Nahuel Molina. Vermeeren displayed some of the defensive prowess that has given him the reputation as one of the best young players in Europe. After providing one goal and two assists in six Champions League appearances earlier this season with Royal Antwerp, Vermeeren will hope to show his equally impressive offensive skillset as he continues to settle in under Diego Simeone.

JANUARY 31, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Atletico signs young Antwerp midfielder Vermeeren

Atletico Madrid has signed teenage Belgium midfielder Arthur Vermeeren from Antwerp

JANUARY 26, 2024 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Signs with Atleti Vermeeren has signed a six-and-a-half-year deal with Atletico Madrid from Belgian side Royal Antwerp.

Impact Vermeeren is the big signing of the window for Atletico Madrid. At 18 years old, he doesn't expect to see time right away, but he's already made 66 appearances for Antwerp, which is a crazy number for someone so young. Playing in the midfield, he could be the future replacement for someone like Koke.

JANUARY 26, 2024 • ROTOWIRE