Source: Atleti Divert to Ruggeri From Robertson

Source: Atleti divert to Ruggeri from Robertson

Atlético Madrid are close to signing Atalanta full-back Matteo Ruggeri, after turning their attention away from Liverpool's Andy Robertson, a source has told ESPN.

Italy talent Ruggeri on verge of Atletico Madrid transfer from Atalanta at 20m price

Atletico Madrid are reportedly down to the final details in a deal for Atalanta and Italy international wing-back Matteo Ruggeri for circa €20m.According to Sky Sport Italia transfer expert Gianluca Di Marzio and Fabrizio Romano, the two clubs are broadly in agreement and hope to get the paperwork finalised within 48 hours.The Spanish side had been pushing for a left-back from Serie A throughout the summer, failing to agree terms first for Milan…

Atletico Madrid in talks to sign Matteo Ruggeri

Atletico Madrid are in advanced negotiations to sign Atalanta defender Matteo Ruggeri this summer, according to Marca. The La Liga giants have turned their attention towards Ruggeri after failing to secure deals for primary left-back targets Andrew Robertson and Lucas Digne. Los Rojiblancos have been prioritising a top-quality left-back this summer due to the potential departure of Reinildo Mandava. A move for Theo Hernandez appeared to be on th…

Atletico Madrid now prioritising 22-year-old left-back

Atletico Madrid do seem intent on signing a left-back this summer, and a fresh target has emerged at the top of their shortlist. Los Colchoneros had been strongly linked with Liverpool man Andy Robertson, but it appears he is no longer priority.Los Colchoneros were initially interested in Alvaro Carreras before Real Madrid made a move for him, and held conversations with AC Milan’s Theo Hernandez too. That was as far as it went, and he is expect…