Atletico Madrid appears poised for significant transformations this upcoming summer, as Memphis Depay is anticipated to depart the club after a relatively brief 18-month stint. The Dutch forward, who arrived at Atletico from FC Barcelona in January 2023 for €3 million, is set to become a free agent as his contract, originally scheduled until 2025, will not be renewed, as indicated by transfer expert Fabrizio Romano. Depay’s tenure with Atletico has been characterized by sporadic moments of brilliance juxtaposed with injuries and irregular playing time. Despite managing nine goals and two assists in just 1,202 minutes on the field, totaling 13 goals and two assists in 40 appearances, including notable performances against Granada and Inter Milan in the Champions League, his frequent absences and fitness concerns have caused frustration for Atletico manager Diego Simeone. Reports from the media suggest that Simeone’s patience has waned due to Depay’s unreliability, leading to strained relations between player and coach. Read more…
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