Simeone, K.O, Real Madrid steals a signing from Atlético: the pact is over

For many years, Real Madrid and Atlético had a non-aggression pact regarding signings. That led Madrid to not try to bring in Rodri, despite Florentino's interest. However, in recent years, it has completely fallen apart with several moves.

Atlético sounded out several Madrid youth players, according to sources from the Madrid club. That made Real Madrid make the firm decision to consider the pact broken. They have already managed to convince several Atlético players to move to Valdebebas.

The next is Gabriel Suárez Castrelo, a young 18-year-old attacking midfielder who is leaving Atlético's academy. Madrid consider this a top-level signing for La Fábrica. They didn't hesitate to offer him a contract, which he accepted and will be made official in the coming days.

Since the non-aggression pact ended, Real Madrid haven't hesitated to go after Atlético players. They have especially taken advantage of the opportunities left by Atlético. In Gabriel's case, it was an option they couldn't let slip away, and that's exactly what they've done.

Atlético tried to pressure Gabriel with a shameful practice

Gabriel was one of the best players of the season in Atlético's youth team. Despite playing as a midfielder, he scored 8 goals in the 21 matches he played. That was until December, when he refused to renew his contract, which ended on June 30.

Atlético made the decision to get rid of the youngster, immediately removing him from the team. This was a way to pressure him to renew, with a shameful practice. Since December, they have kept him from playing, a decision made by the club.

Therefore, he will arrive at Real Madrid as a free agent, after a disgraceful punishment by Atlético. They have already shown how they behave with players who don't want to stay. Despite his age, they had no qualms about sidelining him, even though he was a great footballer.