Atletico Madrid: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Atletico Madrid News / Football Espana / September 11

Atletico Madrid credited with interest in Galatasaray star

Atletico Madrid spent big again this summer, with a total spend of €176m before variables, and eight new players coming into their squad. Despite the major investment, there is a current of thinking that Diego Simeone does not have the rounded squad that he wants.

Diego Simeone News / Sporting News / September 10

Why Diego Simeone calls Barcelona his favourite rivals

Atletico Madrid boss Diego Simeone explains why Barcelona are his “favorite team” to face.

Soccer News / Football Espana / September 9

'The situation we’re in is not normal' – Atletico Madrid chief assesses start to 2025-26 season

Atletico Madrid have had a tough start to the new season, with two draws and one defeat in their opening three La Liga matches. After a summer of big spending, the pressure is on Diego Simeone to provide a sustained challenge to Barcelona and Real Madrid in the title race, which was not possible during the previous campaign.

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Memphis Depay News / ESPN / September 7

Depay breaks Netherlands goal record in WCQ win

Memphis Depay became the Netherlands' all-time leading goalscorer in the World Cup qualifying win over Lithuania on Sunday.

Diego Simeone News / Football Espana / September 5

Diego Simeone’s ex-assistant names his ‘perfect successor’ at Atletico Madrid

Diego Simeone could face a crucial call on his future at Atletico Madrid in 2026 if he fails to land a major trophy. The club have handed the Argentinian coach a bumper summer transfer budget as they aim to chase down Real Madrid and Barcelona in the La Liga title race.

Andy Robertson News / Sporting News / September 5

Andy Robertson breaks silence on rejecting Atletico Madrid amid Liverpool uncertainty

Liverpool's new vice-captain revealed why he chose not to join Atletico Madrid despite strong interest.

Atletico Madrid News / Sporting News / August 31

Nico Gonzalez set to join Atletico Madrid on loan with obligation to buy

Atletico Madrid worked on a deal to sign Nico Gonzalez from Juventus.

Atletico Madrid News / Football Espana / August 31

Atletico Madrid close in on final summer signing – but registration concerns could scupper deal

Atletico Madrid have made eight new signings this summer (10 in total), and number nine now appears to be on the way with less than 36 hours of the transfer window to go.

Diego Simeone News / Sporting News / August 30

Diego Simeone 'not worried' after Atletico Madrid winless in first 3 La Liga games

Atletico Madrid have yet to win a game in this 2025-26 season after three games played.

Atletico Madrid News / Sporting News / August 30

Atletico Madrid broke another poor record after 1-1 draw vs Alaves

Atletico Madrid have yet to win in the new season after another draw in La Liga.

Soccer News / Football Espana / August 20

Entourage believes Atletico Madrid move was a 'mistake' for Julian Alvarez

Julian Alvarez has been a star for Atletico Madrid since his big-money move from Manchester City last summer, although it appears that cracks are starting to show in the two parties’ relationship.

Atletico Madrid News / Sporting News / August 18

Atletico Madrid suffer blow as transfer target signs new deal

Atletico Madrid have been linked with a Premier League club all summer and now their main centre-back target has inked a new deal with his club.

Atletico Madrid News / ESPN / August 17

Atleti suffer painful loss despite Álvarez stunner

Diego Simeone admitted Atlético Madrid were "hurt" by a 2-1 defeat at Espanyol in their opening LaLiga game of the season, after the team failed to capitalize on Julián Álvarez's sensational first-half free kick.

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Diego Simeone News / Football Espana / August 17

Diego Simeone gives reaction to possible USA fixture involving Barcelona

In recent weeks, there has been a lot of discussions about La Liga’s plans to host a match between Barcelona and Villarreal in Miami. The Spanish Football Federation have already signed off, meaning that it will be up to UEFA and FIFA to decide whether the fixture is able to be held in the United States.

Rodrigo De Paul News / Yardbarker / July 23

Argentinian star Rodrigo De Paul set to join Lionel Messi in Miami

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After weeks of speculation, Argentinian midfielder Rodrigo De Paul, a World Cup winner and Atletico Madrid legend, looks set to join Major League Soccer's Inter Miami, where he will reunite with former teammate Lionel Messi.

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Soccer News / The Cult of Calcio / July 22

Juventus List Possibly Outbound Atletico Madrid Star

Juventus have had some contacts with Atletico Madrid centered around Nahuel Molina while they plot to revamp their right wing. The Argentinian could depart to recoup money after the Colchoneros spent big early in the summer, La Gazzetta dello Sport informs.

Rodrigo De Paul News / Yardbarker / July 19

Inter Miami and Messi await Rodrigo De Paul’s telepathic ability

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Soccer News / Yardbarker / July 14

MLS summer transfers: Could former top U.S. prospect land in L.A.?

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Atletico Madrid News / Sunderland on SI / July 8