There is still hope in Wolverhampton that they will survive in the Premier League after they have partially managed to turn things around. – It says a lot that the club has managed to collect only 7 points in 21 games and that 5 of them have come this year. – On Sunday, Wolverhampton will be visited at Molineux Stadium by Newcastle – the hope is that Jørgen Strand Larsen will find the scoring foot and that Joao Gomes will bring out the lace-up passes that have aroused interest from Atletico Madrid, among others.
Both Norwegian striker Jørgen Strand Larsen and Brazilian midfielder Joao Gomes are the subject of interest from a number of clubs.
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Joao Gomes, who not so long ago reached the milestone of 100 Premier League games, has decided not to give up at the bottom, but fight as long as there is hope.
Joao Gomes has ended up high up on Atlético Madrid’s lists. But just when it looked like Atletico’s interest could lead to tangible progress, it was the player himself who made a surprising decision that caught the attention of the Metropolitano’s board.
Atlético de Madrid have been monitoring Joao Gomes’ development closely for some time. The sports management highly appreciated his profile: an intensive midfielder with great work capacity, range and experience in the Premier League despite his young age. At 24 years old, the Brazilian fit into the idea of rejuvenating the midfield without losing instant competitiveness.
The interest was genuine, and the player was well placed on the list of targets, although he was not the only name on the table. Despite this, Atlético were confident that the sporting context and the possibility of competing for titles could seduce the player. That was not the case. Joao Gomes has decided to reject the red-and-white option and continue, at least until the end of the season, at Wolverhampton.
A personal decision in a difficult sporting context.
The midfielder’s choice is particularly noteworthy considering the situation his current team is going through. Wolverhampton Wanderers are in a very difficult position in the Premier League, and unless there is a drastic turnaround, they are likely to be relegated at the end of the season. Despite this scenario, Joao Gomes has chosen not to leave the ship in the middle of the season.
The Brazilian believes that his commitment lies in finishing the season in England and helping the team at a critical moment. Instead of seeking an immediate way out to protect his career, the player prefers to wait, compete until the last day, and postpone important decisions about his future until next summer. This attitude is unusual in today’s football, but testifies to a very clear mentality.
Atlético takes note of this and activates new options.
Joao Gomes’ rejection has been accepted naturally by Atlético Madrid. The club understands that not all goals can be achieved and appreciates the player’s clarity in communicating his decision. From there, the roadmap remains unchanged: strengthening the midfield remains a strategic priority.
The departure of key players in recent months has made it clear that the midfield needs new additions, and Atlético are already working on other profiles that suit Diego Simeone’s requirements. Players with physique, competitive instinct and the ability to maintain a high tempo in matches remain the common denominator in Atletico’s search.
Joao Gomes’ refusal calls for expanding the search area, but does not change the plan. Atlético has time, room for manoeuvre and a clear idea of what is needed. The summer market will be the key stage, and although the Brazilian has decided to wait, his name is not marked in red. In short, the club is moving forward and continues to explore options to build a stronger midfield, ready for future challenges.
Atlético Madrid striker Alexander Sørloth needs more playing time and more goals in the run-up to the World Cup this summer. – Joao Gomes will not contribute with his passes in La Liga this spring.
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