Atletico Madrid Secures Joao Gomes for €45m Amid Midfield Turmoil
Atletico Madrid is on the verge of signing Joao Gomes from Wolverhampton Wanderers as the club seeks to bolster its midfield after a tumultuous season. The 25-year-old midfielder is set to leave the Midlands following Wolves' relegation from the Premier League this year. Initially, Atletico had been pursuing Ederson dos Santos from Atalanta, having reached an agreement on terms with his agent. However, with Manchester United showing interest in Gomes, the financial demands for Ederson increased, prompting Atletico to redirect their focus. According to Sky Sports, Atletico Madrid has reached an agreement in principle for Gomes at a fee of €45m. Final details are being ironed out, and Gomes will bid farewell to Wolves fans this Sunday during their last home match of the season against Burnley. Gomes recently missed out on a spot in the Brazil World Cup squad, with his last appearance over a year ago, raising questions about his current form. The midfield has been a persistent issue for Diego Simeone this season. While a pairing of Rodrigo de Paul and Koke Resurreccion has been the most stable, they have faced challenges, particularly with injuries to players like Pablo Barrios and new signing Johnny Cardoso. At 34, Koke remains a key figure, but he is not seen as a long-term solution. Gomes, known for his ball-winning abilities and forward drive, is expected to compete with Cardoso for a starting position, should the transfer be finalized.
Source: Football España - 2026-05-20