The Spanish club Atletico Madrid presented its new Italian international striker Jacomo Rasparadori at a press conference at the “Cevitas Metropolitano” stadium, where the player appeared with club president Enrique Serizo, who officially gave him the shirt. The deal extends to the summer of 2030, to open a new stage in front of the young striker in his career.
Why did Rasparadori Atletico Madrid choose?
During his speech to reporters, Rasparadori confirmed that wearing the Atletico shirt is a “dream of fulfillment”. He explained that the great enthusiasm in the Spanish league was one of its most prominent motives for the new experience, adding: “It is a journey that I have always wanted to take into it, and I will learn a lot of tactical differences between Spain and Italy.”
What did he say about Diego Simeone?
Rasradori revealed that his first conversation with Argentine coach Diego Simeone was a turning point in the decision to join, stressing: “He showed me great confidence in my abilities as a player, and he liked my human side and my personality, and this was a great pride.” He stressed that the coach sees the appropriate model for the team’s playing style.
Rasparadori stations before Atletico Madrid
The player started his career at the Sassuolo Academy in 2009, to climb to the first team in 2019 and participate in 82 games, during which he scored 18 goals and made 9. In the summer of 2022 he wore the Napoli shirt, where he won the Italian League in his first season, and played with the team 109 games during which he scored 18 goals and presented 10 decisive passes.
How was his presence with Italy?
At the international level, Rasparadori played the first match with Italy in June 2021, and was part of the squad at the Euro 2020 title. So far, 40 games have played with Al -Azuri, during which he scored 9 goals and made 6, to reserve a fixed place in the team’s front line.
A new injury strikes Atletico Madrid .. from the affected?
In parallel with the presentation of Rasparadori, the club announced the injury of its player Alex Bayina with slight muscle strain, explaining that the player will undergo a treatment and rehabilitation program inside the gym, provided that the absence period is determined later according to the development of his medical condition.
