Portuguese media: Almada is close to joining Atletico Madrid, Simeone plays an important role

According to Portuguese media Record, Botafogo midfielder Almada is close to joining Atletico Madrid.

Almada is very close to becoming an Atletico Madrid player. It is reported that one of Benfica's goals in the transfer market this summer is likely to join Atletico Madrid now.

Although Benfica is still paying close attention to the movements of the Almada, the possibility of him eventually joining Benfica is very slim. Atletico Madrid coach Simeone played an important role in the player's decision process, and the Atletico Madrid coach personally contacted Almada many times.

At present, the negotiations have entered the in-depth stage, and Almada's joining Atletico Madrid is close to being reached.