Good news for Atlético. Simeone recovers Pablo Barrios and Clément Lengletwho trained as much as possible today with the rest of the team and should be available for Sunday’s match against Las Palmas, unless Cholo prefers to reserve them for the Champions League. They are still in dry dock The Norman, Azpilicueta, Llorente and again Lemar, which lasted a little over 20 minutes yesterday in the Cup against Vic before being injured again.
The return of Lenglet and Barrios gives the coach alternatives that I asked for for two demarcations which were not covered by guarantees. What Simeone must now assess is whether they are ready to return now or whether he prefers to give them a little more leeway, which would perhaps be desirable in the case of Barrios, who has already suffered two muscle injuries so far this season.
While, Llorente and Azpilicueta return times are shortenedwhich are about to fall, and as for The Norman contains contradictory information. The player tried to come back against Leganés first and then against Lille, but medical services arrested himwho consider that the subdural hematoma suffered during the match against Real Madrid has not yet completely resolved and do not want to take risks. The new deadline that is being processed now sets his return after the next breakbut in his case, it is done day by day and without any security.
Another case is that of Thomas Lemar, who had played two minutes against Betis and Vic after more than 400 days of absence from the team, but who fell again. For the moment, the nature of his injury is unknown, but it is clear that Simeone will not be able to count on him. The club hoped to be able to resolve his contract in January so that he can free up a place in the team, but given his physical condition it seems impossible.
Material collection
The Atlético de Madrid Foundation, for its part, has opened a deadline for the collection of essential materials which will be distributed to people affected by the Valencia floods.
In collaboration with the Red Cross a web page has been activated to receive financial contributions. We encourage everyone who can to participate in this campaign to try to contribute our little grain of sand together.
The club explained the initiatives in the following public note: “Next Sunday, coinciding with the match that will pit us against UD Las Palmas in Riyadh Metropolitan Airour Foundation will open a space dedicated to collecting materials from 11:00 a.m. outside the stadium in front of gate 29/30. In the coming hours, and after receiving precise instructions from the authorities coordinating aid, we will draw up a list of priority needs in the most affected areas.
All material donated It will be transported to the surroundings of Utiel and Paiporta, two of the most affected areas, to be distributed to those affected in coordination with the Valencian Community and the authorities of the area. Volunteers from the Atlético de Madrid Foundation will help with distribution. Additionally, we will work with local institutions to offer assistance and support in the cleanup efforts. The Atlético de Madrid Foundation will also contribute with the purchase of equipment to join the rest of the donations.
In memory of all the victims, the flag of tribute to our fans located on the Riyadh Air Metropolitano flies at half mast. Rest in peace.”
And remember, in front of gates 29 and 30 of Riyadh Air @Metropolitanwe will collect essential materials which will be delivered to people affected by the floods. We are counting on you.
– Atlético de Madrid Foundation (@AtletiFundacion) November 1, 2024
