JULY 29 • MLSSOCCER.COM
ATLÉTICO MADRID 7-5-1 · 3RD IN LALIGA · CHAMPIONS LEAGUE
7-5-1 · 3RD IN LALIGA · CHAMPIONS LEAGUE
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Twellman's Takes: Antoine Griezmann & LAFC would be perfect fit | MLSSoccer.com As Hugo Lloris soon reunites with Olivier Giroud, does LAFC have room for another member of France's 2018 FIFA World Cup-winning squad?
Robin Le Normand - Heading to Atletico Madrid Le Normand has completed a transfer to Atletico Madrid from Real Sociedad, his former club announced.
Impact Le Normand is heading from one Spanish club to another this offseason, with the promising defender having joined Atletico Madrid. He is coming off a Euro 2024 title leading the defense of Spain, having proved himself after starting in 28 of his 29 appearances while with Sociedad, notching 28 interceptions, 31 tackles and 94 clearances. He is likely to earn a starting spot immediately with his new club, as he is one of the defenders on the rise at the moment.
JULY 27 • ROTOWIRE
Atletico Madrid to sign Spain defender Robin Le Normand from Real Sociedad
Spain defender Robin Le Normand is to join Atletico Madrid on a transfer from Real SociedadJULY 27 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Atletico Madrid in talks for shock Conor Gallagher transfer with Chelsea yet to offer England midfielder new contract | Goal.com US Atletico Madrid have reportedly held talks with Chelsea over signing midfielder Conor Gallagher this summer.
JULY 24 • GOAL.COM
Barcelona may lose out on Joao Felix as Benfica president confirms negotiations with Atletico Madrid attacker | Goal.com US Barcelona could be set to lose out on Joao Felix as Benfica's president has confirmed "ongoing" negotiations with the Atletico Madrid attack...
JULY 21 • GOAL.COM
Spain players Álvaro Morata, Rodri face UEFA disciplinary case at Euro 2024 party
UEFA has started a disciplinary process against Spain captain Alvaro Morata and player of the tournament Rodri for singing "Gibraltar is Spa...JULY 20
Revealed: The 'fundamental' role Zlatan Ibrahimovic played in Alvaro Morata transfer to AC Milan as Spain striker prepares to join Christian Pulisic & Co from Atletico Madrid | Goal.com US AC Milan CEO Giorgio Furlani has revealed the "fundamental" role Zlatan Ibrahimovic and manager Paulo Fonseca played in recruiting Alvaro Mo...
JULY 17 • GOAL.COM
Alvaro Morata - Trains normally ahead of final Morata (knee) was seen training with no issues ahead of Sunday's Euro Cup final against England.
Impact Morata was involved in a freak accident when a security guard collided with his knee after Spain's victory over France. The good news is that he was able to resume training and is expected to be available for the final match against England. He has started five of Spain's six games this tournament and has contributed a goal and an assist on 11 shots, four of which were on target.
JULY 11 • ROTOWIRE
James Rodriguez back to Madrid? Colombia's Copa America hero in line for shock Atletico transfer after impressing Diego Simeone | Goal.com US James Rodriguez is being linked with a move back to Spain as Atletico Madrid have been impressed by his Copa America performances for Colomb...
JULY 10 • GOAL.COM
Alvaro Morata - Injured in celebration Morata was injured after celebrating a goal in Tuesday's 2-1 win against France but the issues appear to be minor, according to manager Luis de la Fuente, per Alex Pattle of the In...
Impact Morata appeared to have suffered a somewhat concerning knee issue after a security guard slid into his knee during the celebration of a goal in their win. However, the injury has been played down since then, with the forward looking likely to still feature in the Euro 2024 final. That said, it is still something to monitor in the coming days, with an MRI set to take place and an update probably being released soon.
JULY 10 • ROTOWIRE
Javi Galan - Returning to Atletico Galan has completed his loan stay with Real Sociedad and will return to Atletico Madrid ahead of the 2024/25 season.
Impact Galan failed to be any type of option with Atletico Madrid, making just five appearances before joining Sociedad on loan. He ended up making 13 starts in 14 appearances with the side, assisting once with 46 crosses (13 won), 38 tackles (22 won) and 14 clearances. The defender may leave on another loan, depending on what Atletico decide to do ahead of the new season.
JULY 9 • ROTOWIRE
Giuliano Simeone - Loan expires Simeone finished his loan stay with Alaves and will return to Atletico Madrid ahead of the 2024/25 season.
Impact Simeone was very limited during his first full season in La Liga, especially opening the season with a long term ankle injury. He managed to score and assist twice in 14 appearances, logging in 15 shots (three on target), 11 chances created and 14 crosses (three accurate). The midfielder will return to Atletico as the team will determine where he stands on the team for the new campaign.
JULY 9 • ROTOWIRE
Samuel Omorodion - Loan ends Samu has completed his loan stay with Alaves and will return to Atletico Madrid ahead of the 2024/25 season.
Impact Samu is set to return to Atletico Madrid after spending last season on loan with Alaves. He made 21 stars in 34 appearances at the forward position, totaling eight goals with one assist during his first full campaign in La Liga.
JULY 9 • ROTOWIRE
Carlos Martin Dominguez - Extends contract Martin has renewed his contract with Atletico Madrid, his club announced.
Impact Martin is here to stay at Atletico Madrid, with the forward having inked a deal to remain with the red and white until 2029. The 22-year-old spent the past season on loan with Mirandes, playing in 40 games while notching 15 goals, only having ever appeared five times for Madrid. That said, he will hope this extension means more minutes in the future.
JULY 9 • ROTOWIRE
Antoine Griezmann - Quiet against Portugal Griezmann registered one shot, two crosses (one accurate) and three tackles (two won) in Friday's 0-0 (5-3) penalty shootout win against Portugal.
Impact Griezmann didn't have the greatest match Friday, leading to his eventual exit in the 67th minute, as he remained quiet most of the contest outside of the 32 passes he bounced around in his time on the field. He continues to maintain a starting role within the French squad, although he has yet to bag a single goal contribution throughout the tournament,
JULY 8 • ROTOWIRE
Alvaro Morata - Not suspended for semifinals Morata is not suspended for the 2024 Euros semifinals against France on Tuesday, Colin Millar of The Athletic reports.
Impact Morata was believed to have been shown a yellow card while sitting on the bench during the 2-1 win over Germany in the quarterfinals, but UEFA have rectified that, meaning the striker won't be suspended to face France on Tuesday. Morata should be part of the starting lineup in the front three alongside Lamine Yamal and Nico Williams.
JULY 8 • ROTOWIRE
Alvaro Morata - Suspended for semi final Morata was shown a yellow card on the bench during Friday's 2-1 win over Germany and is suspended for the semi final.
Impact Morata has been shown a yellow card in two consecutive matches and is now set for an accumulation ban. That will leave Spain without their top choice striker for the semi final. It's unclear who will fill in, Joselu is one option to lead the line.
JULY 5 • ROTOWIRE
Jan Oblak - Saves PK against Portugual Oblak made six saves in Monday's 3-0 loss on PKs against Portugal.
Impact Oblak turned away multiple attempts on goal and denied a spot-kick by Cristiano Ronaldo in overtime, but Diogo Costa outshined him in the decisive shootout. He kept two clean sheets in Euro 2024, making 15 saves and allowing two goals in four matches.
JULY 2 • ROTOWIRE
Axel Witsel - Earns bench spot Witsel (groin) is on the bench for Monday's match against France.
Impact Witsel is finally back in the squad after missing all of their group stage matches, as he lines up on the bench Monday. The defender will hope to earn some time on the field, as this could be his final Euro match ever if they lose, with him having come out of international team retirement to participate in Germany.
JULY 1 • ROTOWIRE
Cesar Azpilicueta - Extends contract Azpilicueta has extended his contract one season until 2025 with Atletico Madrid, according to the club.
Impact Azpilicueta is returning to Madrid for another season, with the 34-year-old having inked an extension with the club. He will likely hold a similar role to the past season, serving in a rotational spot, as he only started in 17 of his 31 appearances last campaign.
JULY 1 • ROTOWIRE
Axel Witsel - Eyeing round of 16 for return Witsel (groin) is looking to make a return against France on Monday, according to manager Domenico Tedesco, per Belga of Le Soir. We must follow his evolution day after day since h...
Impact Witsel has not featured in a single Euro 2024 match after injuring his groin but now appears to be close to a return, as the team is monitoring his availability heading into the round of 16. This would be a huge addition to the team after their disappointing start to the tournament, as he was likely to be a starter. He is starting to train, which brings confidence he could be fit for Monday's match, although it will probably come down to a late fitness test.
JUNE 27 • ROTOWIRE
Memphis Depay - Scores first goal of tournament Depay scored one goal to go with three shots (one on goal), nine crosses (two accurate) and four corners in Tuesday's 3-2 defeat against Austria.
Impact Depay finally got on the scoresheet at Euro 2024, bagging a goal in the 75th minute off of a Wout Weghorst assist. He will look to be more clinical heading into the round of 16, as he had not scored before this goal despite having nine shots in the tournament.
JUNE 26 • ROTOWIRE
Axel Witsel - Out as expected Witsel (groin) is out for Wednesday's match against Ukraine.
Impact Witsel has yet to train since Euro 2024 started, so it is no surprise he has been left out once again. He will hope for a rise in fitness in the coming days and try to make a return for the round of 16, although that looks to be slim at the moment, with a return likely still being at least a week away.
JUNE 26 • ROTOWIRE
Jan Oblak - Three saves in clean sheet Oblak made three saves and allowed zero goals in Tuesday's 0-0 draw against England.
Impact Oblak kept a clean sheet while making three saves to help Slovenia progress to the knockout stage. He managed to make three saves in each of his games so far this Euros but this was his first clean sheet, following on 13 clean sheets in La Liga this season.
JUNE 25 • ROTOWIRE
Antoine Griezmann - Decent as reserve Griezmann logged one shot (zero on goal), four crosses (one accurate) and two corners across 29 minutes during France's 1-1 draw Tuesday against Poland.
Impact Griezmann was one of two Frenchmen to attempt more than three crosses Tuesday, the other being Ousmane Dembele. Once the latter was subbed off for Randal Kolo Muani, Griezmann and Kylian Mbappe split corner duties, with both attempting multiple. The former did get a shot to open his scoring account Tuesday, but it came as a reserve behind Bradley Barcola. Though the French will play at least once more in Euro 2024, Griezmann is not a sure lock to start after Barcola impressed.
JUNE 25 • ROTOWIRE
