With Thiago Almada's move to Flamengo already well advanced, the club's director of football has turned his attention to finding new homes for Alexander Sörloth, Matteo Ruggeri, Thomas Lemar and José María Giménez before the transfer window closes. Freeing up funds from those exits is considered essential, with Atlético prioritising a new centre-back and a forward as their next incoming targets.
Sörloth represents the most lucrative potential sale, with Atletico Madrid demanding around €40 million for the Norway international. Juventus have already reached personal terms with the striker but remain some way short of the fee Atlético are seeking. Ruggeri, whose stock has risen after an improved season, could fetch between €25 million and €30 million, with AS Roma, Fiorentina and Juventus all showing interest, though none has yet made a formal offer.
Giménez's situation is more delicate. Atlético are prepared to facilitate an easier departure if the Uruguayan wants to return to South American football, but would demand at least €10-12 million should he prefer to join another European club, with a decision expected once he returns from holiday.
Lemar is considered the most complicated case of all after a disappointing loan spell at Girona, where persistent injury problems limited him to 1,259 minutes across 27 appearances, returning just three goals and one assist, making him difficult to move on even without seeking a fee.
Atlético have already confirmed three signings for the coming season in Alejandro Grimaldo, Morten Hjulmand and Kang In Lee, but Alemany is keen to avoid committing further significant funds until the outgoing business is resolved.
Simeone's squad also has unresolved questions surrounding the futures of Obed Vargas and Rodrigo Mendoza, both of whom could either stay and fight for a place or be sent out on loan depending on how the rest of the market develops. With just over a month remaining before the window closes, Alemany faces a busy stretch trying to balance the books while still delivering the defensive and attacking reinforcements Simeone has requested for the new campaign.