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Soccer News / Football Espana / November 11

Atletico Madrid set sights on midfielder in January – young star recommended by Real Madrid legend

After their failed experiment with Belgian youngster Arthur Vermeeren, Atletico Madrid are still on the hunt for a holding midfielder. Despite the presence of Conor Gallagher, Koke Resurreccion, Pablo Barrios and Rodrigo de Paul, Diego Simeone feels he needs more ballast in the middle of the pitch.

Soccer News / Football Espana / August 27

Matteo Moretto Transfer Column: Federico Chiesa, Arthur Vermeeren, Eric Garcia and Alex Baena

Matteo Moretto gives Football España exclusive information on the latest deals dominating the papers in Spain, as revealed in Fabrizio Romano’s Daily Briefing.

Soccer News / Football Espana / August 22

Valencia emerge as candidates to sign out of favour Atletico Madrid starlet

Atletico Madrid now have Koke Resurreccion, Rodrigo De Paul, Conor Gallagher and Pablo Barrios as options in the centre of midfield, which makes it very difficult for Arthur Vermeeren to have prominence this season.

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Soccer News / Football Espana / August 20

Bayer Leverkusen among clubs keen on move for Atletico Madrid starlet

It would be of no surprise if Arthur Vermeeren left Atletico Madrid before the end of the summer transfer window. The teenager, who signed from Royal Antwerp in January, is behind Koke Resurreccion, Rodrigo De Paul and Pablo Barrios in the midfield pecking order – once Conor Gallagher arrives from Chelsea, he will be behind him too.

Atletico Madrid News / Football Espana / June 6, 2024

Wonderkid convinced by Atletico Madrid move despite slow start – 'It wasn’t a mistake to sign'

Back in January, Atletico Madrid completed one of the most exciting deals of the 2023-24 season by acquiring Arthur Vermeeren from Royal Antwerp. There was plenty of fanfare surrounding the 19-year-old midfielder, although it’s safe to say that his start to life at Los Colchoneros has not been ideal.

Soccer News / Football Espana / April 18, 2024

Atletico Madrid signing starved of game time despite lack of alternatives

Atletico Madrid crashed out of the Champions League against Borussia Dortmund on Tuesday night, as they could not stop the flow of German attacks, either with the ball or without it.

Atletico Madrid News / Football Espana / March 24, 2024

Atletico Madrid star at risk of missing Euro 2024 after struggling for appearances in last two months

There was delight at Atletico Madrid when they confirmed the signing of Arthur Vermeeren during the winter transfer window. The 19-year-old has been regarded as one of the brightest midfield prospects in Europe, following an impressive 18-month period playing for Royal Antwerp.

Soccer News / Football Espana / March 10, 2024

21-year-old Shakhtar Donetsk star interested in joining Barcelona – but asking price is a major stumbling block

Barcelona have used their Champions League matches this season to scout players on more than one occasion. Arthur Vermeeren was looked at while he was still at Royal Antwerp, although he would go on to join La Liga rivals Atletico Madrid during the winter transfer window.

Atletico Madrid News / Football Espana / February 9, 2024

Atletico Madrid will consider second approach for Celtic star Matt O’Riley

Atletico Madrid will again look into signing another central midfielder this coming summer, according to the latest in Spain. Los Colchoneros signed 18-year-old wonderkid Arthur Vermeeren from Royal Antwerp in January, but will look at the situation again in several months time.

Atletico Madrid News / Football Espana / February 9, 2024

Atletico Madrid will consider second approach for Celtic star Matt O’R

Atletico Madrid will again look into signing another central midfielder this coming summer, according to the latest in Spain. Los Colchoneros signed 18-year-old wonderkid Arthur Vermeeren from Royal Antwerp in January, but will look at the situation again in several months time.

Rayo Vallecano News / Football Espana / February 4, 2024

Arthur Vermeeren opens up on 'hard' Atletico Madrid debut – 'I didn’t have a good feeling'

Arthur Vermeeren’s arrival at Atletico Madrid was seen as one of the standout transfers during the winter window. The 18-year-old is regarded as one of the best midfield prospects in Europe, and he should be an important player for Los Rojiblancos, both in terms of now and in the future.

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