Mateu Alemany explains Atlético's strategy in the winter transfer market
The Director of Professional Men's Football at Atlético de Madrid, Mateu Alemany, has clarified the club's position ahead of the closure of the winter transfer window. The philosophy is not to add a player just by inertia, but to wait for the profile that can truly make a difference in the project. 🎯
The search for a differential profile
Alemany emphasizes that the goal is not to bring in someone who simply completes the squad. What is sought is a player who brings important and unique qualities. This high level of demand complicates negotiations, as recent departures did not diminish the collective performance and the challenge is to replace that contribution without reducing the competitive level.
Key points of the strategy:- No signing just to sign: the option of a filler reinforcement is discarded.
- Maximum demand: they will only move for a player who tangibly improves the team.
- Strategic patience: the process naturally extends when seeking such a specific profile.
"The goal is to bring in a player who contributes important and differential things to the project."
Deadline and competitive context
The executive assures that the club will continue searching for options that meet these strict criteria until Monday, the day the deadline ends. He defends that the team is in a good moment, despite a recent stumble, and is facing several competitions. The idea is to strengthen the group with a specific talent that elevates the available quality.
Factors influencing the decision:- Deadline: the active search extends until the last day of the market.
- Team's momentum: it starts from a good sporting situation that does not force signing out of desperation.
- Demanding schedule: several competitions ahead justify seeking an extra quality boost.
A signing policy defined by demand
Alemany explains that the player departures that occurred did not have a decisive impact on the bloc. Therefore, the challenge is to replace that contribution while maintaining a very high bar of demand, which limits the possibilities. The message is clear: Atlético prefers to close the market without news rather than compromise its philosophy with a signing that does not meet its standards. While other clubs may rush, the rojiblanco side opts for patience and conviction in its plan. ⚽