The USMNT star could move to Madrid this January as Diego Simeone seeks a versatile replacement for Conor Gallagher.
With the Spanish transfer window entering its final stretch, Atlético Madrid have emerged as a serious contender to sign Juventus midfielder Weston McKennie. The 27-year-old American international is in the final six months of his contract in Turin, making him one of the most attractive market opportunities of the winter.
A Versatile Solution for Simeone According to journalist Ben Jacobs, Atlético are eyeing McKennie as a tactical solution to fill the void left by Conor Gallagher. Known for his work rate and versatility, McKennie can operate as a box-to-box midfielder or cover the right flank as a wing-back a profile that perfectly aligns with Diego Simeone’s demanding system.
The £10 Million Opportunity Juventus are reportedly willing to cash in on the American now rather than losing him for free in the summer. The Italian giants have set an asking price of £10 million (approx. €11.5m / R$ 71.9m).
While the fee is considered a bargain for a player of his experience, Atlético faces competition:
- Premier League: Two unnamed English clubs are monitoring his situation.
- Süper Lig: Turkish giants Besiktas are also reportedly in the running.
Season in Numbers McKennie has been a reliable figure for Juventus this season, making 26 appearances (19 in Serie A) and contributing four goals and two assists. As he aims to secure his spot in the United States squad for the 2026 World Cup, a move to a high-profile club like Atlético could be the perfect catalyst for his career.
The Countdown Begins With the transfer deadline set for February 2nd, Atlético Madrid has just 17 days to finalize a deal. Having already been linked to Wolves’ João Gomes, Simeone’s intent to revitalize his engine room is clear.
Thiago Nuno is a football editor and analyst covering European leagues, match statistics, and transfer market trends.
