Real Madrid Are Eager To Land This Major League Soccer Playmaker: Good Option For Los Blancos? | OneFootball

In a recent report, Fichajes claimed that Real Madrid are eager to land Atlanta United playmaker Thiago Almada this summer. It has been mentioned that Los Blancos are showing interest in acquiring the services of the Argentine attacker after Juni Calafat recommended his name to Florentino Perez.

Almada’s Impressive Start To Life In The Major League Soccer

Almada has been a consistent performer during his short time in the Major League Soccer with Atlanta United as he has already managed to catch the eye with his performances in the final third. The 22-year-old has scored one goal in three matches for his current employers this season, scoring one goal in the process thus far.

The Argentine sensation has proven his worth in the opponent’s half by averaging 3.0 shots, 2.3 key passes, 1.3 crosses and 2.7 dribbles per 90 minutes in the Major League Soccer. He has even distributed possession relatively well after completing 83.2% of his attempted passes in league football (stats via whoscored).

His current contract at Atlanta United will expire at the end of 2026. Thus, Los Blancos would have to make a sizable offer if they want to recruit the Argentine talent in the upcoming transfer window.

Argentina’s Thiago Almada passes the ball during a training session in Ezeiza, Buenos Aires Province, Argentina on January 12, 2024, ahead the Under-23 South American Pre-Olympic Tournament which will take place in Venezuela between January 20 and February 11. (Photo by LUIS ROBAYO / AFP)

Is Almada A Good Option For Real Madrid?

Almada is a technically gifted footballer who can strike the ball with venom from long range. He has got the vision to play a few decisive passes in the final third and can also make some dangerous runs in and around the opponent’s penalty box.

The Argentine sensation is primarily an attacking midfielder but can also operate as a winger on either flank if asked to do so. Hence, it makes sense for Real Madrid to move in for someone with Almada’s versatility and potential this summer.

We can expect Almada to enhance the quality of Los Blancos boss Carlo Ancelotti’s frontline in the long run. He has got the ceiling to become a future star at the Santiago Bernabeu Stadium as long as he continues to improve with each season.

the Madrid giants to consider when the transfer window reopens later this year.