Tottenham have made a £70m bid for one of Atlético Madrid’s key players.
Tottenham, who before today’s away meeting at The City Ground against Nottingham Forest are in 11th place in the Premier League, have decided to make a bid of £70 million for one of Atlético Madrid’s key players. The English club aims to strengthen their midfield with young talent and sees Pablo Barrios as an ideal player for their medium and long-term sporting project.
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Tottenham manager Thomas Frank, who has had a shaky start to his life at the club, appreciates his competitive maturity, ability to keep up with the pace of the game and tactical awareness. Tottenham believe he is ready to take on immediate responsibilities in the demanding context of the Premier League.
Atlético Madrid stands firm on buyout clause
Atlético Madrid’s response has been clear from the start. The club refuses to negotiate and refers directly to Pablo Barrios’ release clause set at 120 million euros. The £70 million offer doesn’t change anything so far.
At the Metropolitano, they consider the midfielder a fundamental piece of the team, and his departure would only happen under very specific conditions. For Simeone and the sports management, the player represents both the present and the future.
Numbers aside, a key player
From a statistical standpoint, Pablo Barrios has made 16 appearances in La Liga and scored just one goal, but his impact goes far beyond the numbers. His off-the-ball work, defensive discipline, and ability to organize the team make him an indispensable player.
Atlético Madrid especially value his tactical intelligence and reliability at crucial moments. Simeone has complete confidence in him and sees him as an extension of his playing philosophy on the pitch.
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Tottenham hold on
Tottenham are aware that the operation is complex, but do not rule it out. The offer of 70 million is in line with a clear strategy to invest in young players with growth potential and immediate impact on the team.
In England, there is the belief that sustained interest could open a small avenue of dialogue in the future, although it is recognised that Atlético de Madrid does not easily bow to such pressure.
The player unaffected by market speculation
As Tottenham’s interest intensifies, Pablo Barrios remains calm and focused on his performance with Atlético de Madrid. The player feels valued, has not asked to leave the club and has not pressured the club to facilitate any transfers.
His priority is to continue to grow under Simeone’s guidance and establish himself as a central figure in Atlético de Madrid’s midfield. For now, Tottenham can push on, but Atlético Madrid maintain full control over Pablo Barrios’ future.
