The Argentinian star known as Acuña has caught the eye of Atlético de Madrid, placing him on the club’s radar as a potential addition for the near future.
In the second leg of a season marked by his standout performances, Marcos Acuña delivered moments that resonated across supporters and analysts alike. There is a growing belief among observers that he could be among the best left-backs in the league, a status that naturally attracts interest from major clubs, especially when the player holds a World Cup pedigree with Argentina. According to information gathered by Goal, Atlético de Madrid has kept the left-back under close watch, tracking his performances both at home in Sevilla and in away fixtures, including Sevilla’s deep run in the Europa League where opponents such as Manchester United and Juventus loomed large on the continental scene.
Acuna’s attributes align well with the football philosophy that Diego Simeone emphasizes. His style—robust defensively, with a powerful burst along the flank, solid crossing ability, and a left-footed precision that feels almost tailor-made for attacking width—makes him an attractive fit for the rojiblanco project. Sevilla is cognizant of the interest from Madrid, yet in the thinking room at the Vicente Calderón replacement project, Acuña is not the sole target; there are several other options under consideration as the club plans for the upcoming campaign. Cholo himself hinted recently that the club would need to refine its selections for the next season, choosing players who commit to the team’s system and its competitive principles, as past experiences have shown how crucial that alignment can be. Reinildo Mandava’s recovery timeline and the conclusion of Reguilón’s loan spell suggest that Acuña could be among the primary candidates to fill vacancies on the left side of the defense.
Acuña remains a central figure for Sevilla, contributing significant value to the squad in both defensive actions and advancing plays on the left flank. The club, mindful of financial realities, understands that selling a player of his impact would require a compensatory offer that reflects his importance to the team’s current and future plans. In addition to Acuña, two other core squad members, En-Nesyri and Bono, are also viewed as potential targets for the winter market, should strategic decisions require rebalancing the roster. The dynamic surrounding Sevilla’s season has highlighted how a high-value player can influence transfer discussions even when the club stands to benefit from a season that strengthens its financial and competitive position in the medium term.
For Mendilibar, Acuña’s emergence has been a surprising and welcome development. The winger’s journey has shown notable progression, particularly after a slower start to the season that coincided with injuries and form fluctuations. Those early challenges briefly put his World Cup prospects into doubt and sparked debates among Sevilla supporters. Yet the latter portion of the campaign witnessed a resurgence, with Acuña becoming a decisive contributor to a remarkable Europa League campaign that underscored his rising influence and reliability on the left side of the pitch.
Ultimately, the ongoing discussions reflect a broader strategy at Sevilla and Atlético alike, one that weighs immediate impact against longer-term value and squad depth. In this landscape, Acuña’s performance data, versatility, and international experience position him as a focal point in transfer conversations, even as Sevilla weighs the financial feasibility of moving him in the current market.
Note: information reflects reporting and analysis from Goal and adjacent football coverage sources, synthesized to provide a current view of the transfer dialogue and tactical fit within Atlético de Madrid’s planning for the coming season.