Artem Dovbyk Sparks Speculation About Return to Spanish League
Ukrainian striker Artem Dovbyk, Roma player, has become the focus of the European transfer market after being offered to Atlético Madrid in a swap deal aimed at facilitating the Italian Raspadori's move to Roma, according to the website "Fichajes."
Dovbyk's name has resurfaced linked to the Spanish league after leaving a clear mark with Girona, where he excelled and established himself as one of the effective forwards, enabling him to move to the Italian league. However, the player has not succeeded in proving himself as a starter in Roma's lineup this season, having participated in only 14 matches, starting in just three of them, which is far below expectations.
Dovbyk is characterized by a traditional attacking style associated with exploiting spaces inside the penalty area and shooting ability, which did not fully align with the tactical playing style of the current Italian team. Given these circumstances, the player desires to return to La Liga, where he feels comfortable and knows the league environment well, hoping that this move will revive his career.
However, according to the same source, Atlético Madrid's management sees that Dovbyk is not part of coach Diego Simeone's short-term plans, as he prefers forwards who excel in high pressing, continuous movement, and defensive participation—qualities the Ukrainian player does not provide. Furthermore, the club's policy does not include major changes in the attacking position unless a perfectly suitable opportunity arises.
On a personal level, Dovbyk believes that returning to La Liga could grant him continuity, confidence, and a suitable competitive environment, especially after his previous success in the Spanish league. Nonetheless, Atlético Madrid's technical refusal pushes Roma to explore other options, while the winter transfer window remains a potential opportunity to finalize his fate, whether by returning to Spain or moving to another European league.
Dovbyk's name has resurfaced linked to the Spanish league after leaving a clear mark with Girona, where he excelled and established himself as one of the effective forwards, enabling him to move to the Italian league. However, the player has not succeeded in proving himself as a starter in Roma's lineup this season, having participated in only 14 matches, starting in just three of them, which is far below expectations.
Dovbyk is characterized by a traditional attacking style associated with exploiting spaces inside the penalty area and shooting ability, which did not fully align with the tactical playing style of the current Italian team. Given these circumstances, the player desires to return to La Liga, where he feels comfortable and knows the league environment well, hoping that this move will revive his career.
However, according to the same source, Atlético Madrid's management sees that Dovbyk is not part of coach Diego Simeone's short-term plans, as he prefers forwards who excel in high pressing, continuous movement, and defensive participation—qualities the Ukrainian player does not provide. Furthermore, the club's policy does not include major changes in the attacking position unless a perfectly suitable opportunity arises.
On a personal level, Dovbyk believes that returning to La Liga could grant him continuity, confidence, and a suitable competitive environment, especially after his previous success in the Spanish league. Nonetheless, Atlético Madrid's technical refusal pushes Roma to explore other options, while the winter transfer window remains a potential opportunity to finalize his fate, whether by returning to Spain or moving to another European league.