Real Madrid faces a summer that promises surprising moves and decisions that no one could've expected. One of their players with a past at Santiago Bernabéu has already decided that his cycle in Italy has come to an end. Although he had other offers on the table, he has made the decision to return to the capital of Spain... but by switching sides and heading to the great rival, Atlético de Madrid.
Theo Hernández, everything done with Atlético
In a race against the clock so he'll be available for the Club World Cup, Atlético de Madrid is about to announce the signing of Theo Hernández. Guillaume MP, journalist for "Eurosport", has reported this, indicating that there's already an agreement between the colchonero side and Milan for this transfer.
To sign Theo Hernández, Atlético will pay a total of €23 million plus bonuses that could increase the final cost of the operation.
At 27 years old, the French full-back was clear that he wanted a change of scenery, but not just any option would do. Although Milan had an agreement to transfer him to Al-Hilal, Theo rejected the offer from Saudi Arabia. Instead, he has seen Atlético as a better option, where they've promised him a starting spot at the highest level.
Theo Hernández, trained at Atlético
Theo Hernández's career at the highest level has been quite remarkable. The Frenchman was trained in Atlético's youth academy, where he arrived in 2007. Despite that, he decided to move to Real Madrid in 2017, paying €24 million. After a loan and a season at Santiago Bernabéu, he left for Milan for just under €23 million.
Now, six years later, he's set to return to Spain to play once again for Atlético.
At 27 years old, Theo Hernández has established himself as one of the best left-backs in Europe. This season with Milan, he has once again shown his reliability and ability to break through on the left flank, playing in 49 official matches and recording 5 goals and 6 assists.
The former Real Madrid player stands out for his physical power, blistering speed, and ability to break lines from his own half. His ball-carrying is among the deadliest for defenders on the continent, and his offensive impact is vital in the rossonero team's system. He not only adds numbers as an striker, but he also fulfills his defensive duties with confidence.
Theo has matured in Italy, but now his future points to a return to Spain. Atlético has everything done; it's just a matter of time.