Rodrygo Opens Simeone's Eyes and Atlético Will Make an Offer to Seal the Signing

The  Champions League Round of 16 tie between Real Madrid and Atlético de Madrid has left many conclusions for both teams. While Carlo Ancelotti's players are already working on fixing the negative aspects of that clash, focused on the match against Rayo Vallecano, at Cerro del Espino they are also reflecting. Diego Pablo Simeone will make several changes regarding the starting eleven seen at Santiago Bernabéu stadium.

The first plays of the match, including Rodrygo Goes's goal scored in the 3rd minute, demonstrate that the red-and-white entity has a problem on the left flank. The absence of César Azpilicueta led Simeone to place Javi Galán to cover that side, but the Spanish footballer didn't have his night on the Concha Espina field.

Completely outplayed by Rodrygo Goes, the Atlético defender had to receive help from his winger and his center-back to control damage and avoid further problems. It is not the first time these dynamics have occurred this season with Atlético de Madrid's '21', so the objective for the sports management is clear. The Madrid bosses will seek a left-back for the next season.

The transfer market offers a wide range of footballers who occupy that position. Real Madrid has not remained oblivious to that debate since the 'Davies case', a market opportunity that ultimately could not be completed. Despite everything, the executives led by Florentino Pérez continue to monitor players like Miguel Gutiérrez or Milos Kerkez.

Needs a Solution Right Now

Precisely the AFC Bournemouth footballer would be the defender that Diego Pablo Simeone would have requested to strengthen the left side of his defensive system. The problems in retreat that Javi Galán has been dragging throughout the season have initiated the search for his replacement, opening the doors of the Riyadh Air Metropolitano locker room to the Hungarian.

The '3' of the cherry sports discipline, currently under the tactical command of Andoni Iraola, has stood out thanks to his understanding with Dean Huijsen. The excellent football chemistry that unites the Spanish center-back with the Hungarian left-back has formed a practically unbeatable duo that generates much interest in the Valdebebas offices.

Real Madrid would wish, in an ideal future, to acquire the contracts of both defenders... but Atlético de Madrid could have the final say in that regard. The merengue sports management doesn't consider the arrival of a left-back a priority, while the colchoneros' sports directors are already actively seeking a player in that position.

The red-and-white objective is to immediately find a footballer who can perform at the highest level, leaving Javi Galán and César Azpilicueta as their substitutes. The top spot on that list of potential signings is currently occupied by a Milos Kerkez who is in the sights of Real Madrid and other elite clubs. It won't be an easy transfer for those interested in the Hungarian defender.