Atletico Madrid enter race for Brazilian striker Yuri Alberto | OneFootball

Atletico Madrid are looking to sign Corinthians striker Yuri Alberto in the summer transfer window (h/t Diario AS).

Angel Correa is set to part ways with Atletico after the Club World Cup. He has reached an agreement to join Mexican club Tigres on a free transfer.

Los Rojiblancos manager Diego Simeone wants to sign a replacement for the Argentine international, who has been at the club for a decade.

The Spanish giants have set their sights on Alberto, who plies his trade alongside their former player Memphis Depay.

The 24-year-old has become one of the most prolific strikers since moving to Corinthians from Russian outfit Zenit Saint Petersburg in 2022.

He finished as the Brazilian Serie A’s top scorer in the 2023/24 campaign, bagging 31 goals and seven assists in all competitions.

He has scored 13 goals this season, including the decisive strike against Palmeiras in the final of the Paulista.

Alberto’s incredible form has also drawn interest from other clubs, including AS Roma, Everton and Wolverhampton Wanderers.

His valuation has soared to more than €50 million, which could prove to be a stumbling block for Atletico.

They are currently working on the signings of Real Betis’ Johnny Cardoso and Villarreal’s Alex Baena, who could cost more than €100m combined.

With a deal for Liverpool left-back Andrew Robertson in the works, Atletico may struggle to afford Alberto’s price tag.

A high-profile striker is not a priority, given their already stacked forward line, which consists of Julian Alvarez, Alexander Sorloth, and Antoine Griezmann.

Atletico should target low-cost signings who can add depth to their attack.