BOMBSHELL: Alexander Sorloth asks to leave Atlético de Madrid

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Alexander Sorloth has formally requested Atlético de Madrid to let him leave in this summer transfer window. A surprising news that could change the squad of the colchonero team.

As reported by journalist José Ignacio Fernández from ABC, the striker expressed his discontent after the match against Espanyol, where he only played eight minutes after seeing Antoine Griezmann and Giacomo Raspadori enter before him.

🚨SORLOTH REQUESTS TO LEAVE #Atleti
😡 MONUMENTAL DISCONTENT seeing RASPADORI or GRIEZMANN ahead
🚫 DOESN'T want to be A SUB another year
💰 The CLUB responds requesting an OFFER of 35 MILLION
🔄 And beforehand should FIND a REPLACEMENT
📋 VLAHOVIC, OPTIONhttps://t.co/QDMegduVXU

— Jose Ignacio Fernández (@JoseIFernandez) August 18, 2025

A secondary role that fuels Sorloth's frustration

At 28 years old, Sorloth expected to be a key player at Atlético de Madrid after joining in 2024 from Villarreal, where he had a dream season with 23 goals in LaLiga. However, under Diego Simeone's guidance, he has failed to secure a starting position.

The Norwegian striker feels that his situation won't change this season and has conveyed to the club that he won't accept being a substitute for another season. Fernandez himself stated that there is talk in the dressing room of "monumental discontent" on the part of the player.

Atlético sets conditions for his departure

The red-and-white board does not rule out a transfer, but has set a clear figure: 35 million euros. Only an offer reaching that amount will make Atlético consider letting Sorloth go.

Furthermore, at the Metropolitano, they are unwilling to take a step without first finding a replacement. Among the names being mentioned is Dusan Vlahovic, the Juventus striker seeking playing time away from Turin who could arrive on loan.

Statistics supporting his ambition

The former Villarreal player believes he has the sporting arguments to demand a more significant role. Last season, he finished with 24 goals and 2 assists in 53 official matches, statistics that confirm his scoring ability at the elite level.

"I feel ready to be a starter at a top-level club," he reportedly said to those close to him, reflecting his ambition to regain prominence at a new destination.

Sorloth's situation adds to the uncertainties in Atlético de Madrid's forward line, where only Griezmann holds a fixed place as undisputed. The arrival of Raspadori has altered the offensive hierarchy, further complicating the Norwegian's situation.

The striker's future will depend on his agent's ability to find a buyer willing to pay the asking price. So far, no formal offers have emerged, although there is speculation about interest from Premier League and Serie A clubs.

The potential departure of Alexander Sorloth poses a dilemma for Atlético. On one hand, they would free up wage space and could strengthen with a player more suited to Simeone's system. On the other hand, they risk losing a proven goalscorer at a time when attacking competition is intense.

If the deal goes through, Sorloth will leave, making it clear that his ambition exceeds patience. For Atlético de Madrid, the priority will be to find a reliable replacement who not only substitutes his goals but also brings the leadership he has failed to establish.

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