Athletico Madrid confirmed that they had achieved an agreement on the signing of Argentine midfielder Thiago Almada from the Brazilian club Botafogo, subject to the medical and formal signature of his contract.
The Laliga Party announced on Tuesday that for the last time for the 24-year-old attacking midfielder, the last time he was borrowed for the French side Olympique Lyonnais, the last agreement is established. While Atltico did not disclose the transfer fee or the duration of the contract, the Spanish media state that the agreement is about 25 million (21 million), while Botafogo is determined on the percentage of any future transfer.
The winner of the FIFA 2022 World Cup with Argentina, Almad started his professional career with Sarsfield in 2018 before moving to Major League Soccer with Atlanta United. In 2024 he played a key role in Botafog’s triumphs in the Brazilian Serie and and Copa Libertadores before his temporary transition to Ligue 1.
This step is monitored by the recent departure of Athletico Argentine striker Ngel Correa, who joined Tigres Uanl in the Mexican MX league. Almad is expected to sign a contract launched by 2030 and join the line -up attacking Atltico, which includes compatriot Julin Lvarez, as well as Antoine Griezmann and Alexander Sorloth.
Agreement with Botafogo on the transfer of Thiago Almad.
Our club and the Brazilian side have reached the agreement and are waiting for confirmation as soon as the player approves the required medical examination and signs the contract. pic.twitter.com/qnmqumh5hk– Athletic of Madrid (@atletienglish) July 15, 2025
During his time in MLS, Almad (22) became the first active player in the league to win the World Cup FIFA, which was part of the winning team in Argentina in Katar in 2022. In 2023, he enjoyed Standout for the second season in 2023, MLS Best XI earned the MLS young player. Almad culminated league charts with 19 assists and added 11 goals, which contributed 30 target connections – the second highest sum in the league this season.
His 19 assistance also interrupted the record in Atlanta United, previously shared Miguel Almirn and Julian Gressel (every 14). After 22 years and 150 days, Almad became the youngest player in the history of MLS, registering two -digit goals and helping in one campaign and breaking the 1997 Ronald Cerritos record. the place of place. In February/March 2023 he was appointed MLS Moon player and this season he claimed most players MLS from Awards (3).
Athletico also strengthened their group this summer with the addition of midfielder Lex Baen of Villarreal and the Italian left back back Matteo Ruggeri of Atalanta.
Diego Simeone’s party finished third last season in Lalize, for Real Madrid and Champions Barcelona, and performed at the World Cup on the group scene. The signing of Almada is perceived as a step towards inserting further creativity and attack on the impulse, as Athletico is trying to compete for domestic and European silver in the upcoming campaign.
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Published:
Saurabh Kumar
Published on:
16 July 2025
