According to Fichajes, Atletico Madrid has expressed strong interest in signing Barcelona midfielder Marc Casado.
The 21-year-old La Masia graduate, previously regarded as one of the club’s brightest prospects, is now at a crossroads due to little playing time and stiff competition in the Blaugrana midfield.
Casado began the 2024/25 season on a good note, emerging as a surprise talent with maturity and tactical acumen well beyond his years.
However, as the season went, his role decreased substantially. The recovery of Frenkie de Jong and Gavi from injury, combined with the ascent of Fermin Lopez, has made it increasingly difficult for Casado to earn regular minutes.
Not in the first team’s plans
Casado is still regarded as a rotation piece by Hansi Flick, but not much more at this point.
The German coach prioritizes players like Pedri and De Jong for their leadership and presence on the field, which has pushed Casado farther down the rankings.
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With Barcelona’s midfield brimming with skill and depth, his future with the club is questionable.
The Barcelona board is allegedly willing to listen to proposals if the terms are favorable. While Flick has not fully ruled out keeping Casado, the club will consider parting ways if the deal is financially and athletically viable.
Atletico sees potential.
Atletico Madrid is looking to strengthen its midfield and benefit on a situation in which Barcelona may be compelled to shed talent.
As a result, Diego Simeone is eager to bring freshness and enthusiasm into his squad, and he sees Casado as a player with high potential and LaLiga experience.
The La Liga team has already been busy in the transfer market, but they are looking to strengthen more, particularly in midfield.
Casado checks off numerous boxes for Simeone: he is flexible, defensively reliable, and still developing.
A formal approach could be taken soon, with negotiations likely to focus on the player’s valuation and the addition of performance-based stipulations.
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