Simeone: We Will Look for New Reinforcements, and Our Team Performance Was Strong
Sunday 25-01-2026
Atletico Madrid's head coach, Diego Simeone, confirmed that his team will be looking for new reinforcements during the transfer window, despite securing a victory. He emphasized that the team needs additional signings to continue competing.

Simeone said in his statements after the match: "It was an important moment in the game. The team always tried, but leading by just one goal was a narrow margin. With the good play we delivered, we took an important step towards winning a match that wasn't easy because the opponent was competitive. We controlled the match well, and the result was good with a great team performance."

The Atlético Madrid coach added, "We will definitely look for the players the team needs because it needs them," emphasizing the necessity of strengthening the squad in the upcoming period.

Simeone continued his discussion about the players' performance, saying: "The team is working very well. Against Galatasaray, we deserved more. Today, some players participated again. Julian played a great match despite not scoring, Sorloth scored, and Jimenez was like the rest of the players."

Regarding Julián Álvarez, he said: "All players go through such periods. He might start scoring and end the season with a large number of goals. He is a decisive player, and if we want to reach the important stages, we need him because he is one of the best players on the team."

Regarding Boubiel and his call-up to the national team, Simeone explained: "I can't comment on this matter. The coach has his job, the player is performing very well, progressing excellently, and still has room for development. The current work benefits him a lot."

He added about the goal that came from a throw-in: "The throw-in has become a very important part of the game, and there are coaches specialized in this aspect. These small details are extremely important, and Giuliano has a strong throw-in."

Simeone concluded his remarks by saying: "I talk to Matteo daily, and it's completely clear which players we need," noting that offensive effectiveness varies from one match to another, and expressing his hope to repeat the positive moments the team has shown.

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