Key Takeaways:
- Atletico Madrid spent €175m on nine signings during the current transfer window
- Alexander Sorloth has requested to leave due to limited playing time behind Raspadori and Griezmann
- Atletico will allow Sorloth to depart only if a €35m offer is received and a replacement is secured
Transfer Activity Accelerates at the Wanda Metropolitano
Atletico Madrid have been the most active club in La Liga during the current summer transfer window, investing an eye-watering €175 million on nine new signings while offloading players for a combined €68 million. However, the Madrid club is not yet finished reshaping its squad as the clock winds down on what has been an intense transfer period.
Sorloth se rebela contra Simeone y pide salir del Atleti.
▪ La elección de Raspadori o Griezmann por delante suya frente al Espanyol, el detonante.
▪ El club rojiblanco solamente le permitirá salir si llega una oferta de, al menos, 35 millones.https://t.co/Lmx8TVIeAG
— ElDesmarque (@eldesmarque) August 19, 2025
According to reports from Cadena SER, the club is no longer actively pursuing any new arrivals unless a player leaves to free up space and funds. Manager Diego Simeone still harbours a desire to recruit a winger capable of beating defenders one-on-one, with Juventus’ Nicolas Gonzalez recently floated as an option — but only in the scenario that current first-choice right-back Nahuel Molina departs.
Sorloth Pushes for Departure Amid Lack of Game Time
One of the most likely candidates to exit the club is Norwegian striker Alexander Sorloth. In Atletico’s recent La Liga opener against Espanyol, Sorloth was introduced only as a late substitution, reflecting his low standing in the squad hierarchy behind Giacomo Raspadori and Antoine Griezmann.
Spanish outlet Objetivo Atleti reports that Sorloth has grown frustrated with his limited opportunities and has now formally requested a transfer. Now in his second season with the club, the 28-year-old is unwilling to remain in a backup role.
Sale Conditions and Potential Suitors
The club is receptive to moving the striker on, but only under specific terms. Atletico Madrid have reportedly informed Sorloth that he may leave if he can secure a bid of €35 million. Nevertheless, the club insists that they must recruit a suitable replacement before any sale can be finalised.
Transfer insider Matteo Moretto has corroborated these details, stating that Atletico are currently exploring potential replacements. Although Napoli have previously shown interest in the forward, there has been no formal approach from the Italian side thus far.
Juventus’ Vlahovic on Atletico’s Radar Once More
Should Sorloth depart, one name being floated as a potential replacement is Dusan Vlahovic. The Serbian striker has been on Atletico’s radar in previous transfer windows and remains a viable option, especially as he enters the final year of his contract with Juventus. Sources from Objetivo Atleti suggest that Vlahovic is once again being considered by Los Rojiblancos.
A Prolific but Puzzling Campaign
Sorloth arrived at Atletico Madrid last summer from Villarreal in a deal worth €32 million, as a marquee addition set to partner Julian Alvarez in attack. Despite that significant investment, Diego Simeone never integrated him into the starting XI on a regular basis, preferring to utilise him primarily as an impact substitute.
Remarkably, even under these circumstances, Sorloth concluded the 2023/24 league campaign as Atletico’s top scorer in La Liga, netting 20 goals. However, his overall influence on the team and consistency still left questions regarding his long-term suitability within Simeone’s tactical setup.
Summary of Sorloth at Atletico Madrid
| Season | Transfer Fee | Role | La Liga Goals |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024/25 | €32 million | Impact Substitute | 20 |
