Sergi Darder is on Atlético de Madrid’s agenda but the Espanyol captain prefers to finish a very important task first
Relegation has been close to Espanyol throughout the season. It is still difficult, but the victory in Vallecas brings the goal a bit closer. Espanyol already knows that if they fell to the Second Division it would be impossible to retain key players like captain Darder whose signing is the objective of teams like Atlético or Sevilla FC. But now club and player have sealed a pact.
In fact, several clubs in the Santander League have been following in his footsteps for months, but so far the footballer has been focused on moving forward with a very difficult season for the parakeet club. However, After the great victory achieved in Vallecas, with Darder playing the leading role, Espanyol has reached a verbal agreement regarding the interest of Atlético.
Darder committed to Espanyol… and Atlético
During the match against FC Barcelona, we could see Darder try to lead the team to try to cut distances on the scoreboard. An attitude that seemed to fill his patience. And it is that, after five years in the club, everything indicates that his stage in the parakeet team is about to end. Especially if the relegation to the SmartBank League is confirmed in the coming weeks.
But Sergi Darder wants to be able to leave Espanyol for Atlético with a clear conscience. He wants to show his level on the field. He already did it against Rayo Vallecano, scoring a vital goal to clinch the victory. Now there are three finals left and the parakeet team has been located one point from salvation.
The main candidate to sign Sergi Darder
Of all the teams that have asked about Sergi Darder in recent months, there is one that seems to be gaining more and more strength. We are talking about Atlético, who will have casualties in the midfield with almost certain exits like Saúl, Kondogbia or Thomas Lemar himself.
So, they will be looking for a new midfielder on the market and they already have a favourite. The Atlético de Madrid coach really likes Sergi Darder. And now there are real possibilities. After a year of suffering, Espanyol have promised to let Darder out if he manages to stay. It will not put obstacles if a good offer arrives.