Atlético Madrid have reportedly entered advanced negotiations to sign Atalanta’s powerhouse midfielder Éderson, as Diego Simeone looks to bolster his squad in the 2026 winter window.
A Long-Standing Target
Los Colchoneros have tracked the 26-year-old Brazilian for over two seasons, but financial constraints previously stalled any formal move. However, the landscape has shifted. Éderson has officially informed Atalanta that he does not intend to extend his current deal beyond June 2027, forcing the Italian side to consider a sale before his market value drops.
According to reports from Lance!, Atlético have accelerated talks with the player’s representatives, hoping to beat a growing list of suitors to his signature.
From Bergamo to the World Stage
Éderson has seen his stock skyrocket since playing a pivotal role in Atalanta’s 2023/24 Europa League triumph. His consistent performances in Serie A eventually earned him a spot in Carlo Ancelotti’s Brazil squad for the World Cup Qualifiers against Ecuador and Paraguay, following his earlier inclusion in the 2024 Copa América under Dorival Júnior.
Addressing the ongoing transfer speculation, the former Corinthians and Cruzeiro man remained composed: “Since I’ve been at Atalanta, my name has been circulating. That means I’m doing things well. I hope to keep it that way,” Éderson reflected.
Strategic Advantage
With only 18 months remaining on his contract by the end of this season, Atlético Madrid believe they hold the upper hand. Whether an immediate winter transfer or a pre-arranged summer move, Simeone views Éderson as the ideal profile to inject energy and tactical discipline into the Atleti midfield.
Filepe Junior is a football writer tracking La Liga transfers, covering major signings, squad planning, and player movements across Spanish clubs.
