Atlético de Madrid is in a negative spiral and the reason for its collapse in LaLiga is obvious: a defense that is no longer impenetrable. In the last four games, the Colchoneros have conceded nine goals, an alarming figure considering they had only conceded 14 goals in the first 15 games of the competition.
The central problem lies in the lack of stability in defense, as summer signing Söyüncü failed to live up to expectations and usual defenders Giménez, Hermoso and Savic performed below their usual level. Simeone faces the dilemma of not having an elite center back to offer stability and defensive solutions to the team.
The defense, Atlético's weak point
The lack of a top defender is a headache for the red and white team. Söyüncü's lack of reliability and the poor performance of their usual starters have left Atlético exposed defensively, jeopardizing their position in the fight for the LaLiga title.
The situation is made worse when you consider that Hermoso and Savic, two key figures in defense, are out of contract at the end of this season. Given this situation, Simeone will be forced to look for solutions in the transfer market and prioritize bringing in a top-class centre-back to strengthen the defense next season.
Atlético de Madrid cannot afford to continue to compromise their defensive stability and the transfer window presents an opportunity to address this obvious weakness. Rebuilding the rearguard is seen as a crucial task for the team's immediate future.
