The rojiblancos stand at a crossroads that could shape more than one season to come.
JAVIER DE PAZ.- A 2022 marked by restless turns and lingering uncertainties has left Atlético Madrid with a suite of questions as a new year begins, setting a pace that could define the short and mid-term future for the club.
These are the challenges facing the rojiblanco team in 2023
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Social stability
Arguably the overarching objective beyond results, the club confronts a fracture within the fanbase. A growing segment questions the continuity of coach Simeone, and the Metropolitano has echoed with chants and whistles in recent months. The atmosphere remains tense and volatile, intensifying as events unfold.
Cop Del Rey
It stands as Atlético’s sole remaining chance to lift a trophy in the 2022/2023 campaign. Since 2012/2013, the club has not claimed the Copa, a final win that would leave a lasting, positive impression on a season more roller-coaster than predictable. With many rounds still ahead, a cup triumph would offer a meaningful stopper to a turbulent year.
Defence
The identity once synonymous with Simeone’s Atlético has appeared fragiler, conceding chances and relying on goalkeeper Jan Oblak to rescue the situation more often than not. Savic and Giménez have dipped below their best, while Felipe and Hermoso have shown inconsistencies. Reinildo’s arrival has brought relief, but the mid-season reinforcement was only a patch. Witsel added depth yet cannot single-handedly resolve systemic issues. There is a clear demand for more defensive solutions.
Felix and the dressing room
Internal friction and inconsistent intensity mark a challenging period. The player with elite ability has sometimes lacked the drive expected by the club and fans alike. While Gil Marín hinted at potential winter departures due to friction with Simeone, offers remain uncertain and the decision to retain or move him will shape the squad’s dynamics. Any exit could unlock new arrivals, but that outcome carries mixed consequences.
Team renewal
Several players feel their cycles have run. Some appear unrecognizable compared to years past, others simply do not fit the current system. This season could prove pivotal for promoting youth to the first team as the club grapples with financial constraints. Pablo Barrios, Riquelme, Samuel Lino, and Camello show readiness to step forward when given the chance.
Champions League
The primary sporting objective remains financial stability. Atlético has spent a decade in Europe’s elite competition, yet the squad has faced a gradual erosion of quality as top-tier sales push the club to reinvent itself. Missing the top four would be a heavy blow, likely signaling a cycle shift rather than a simple rebuild. The balance between sustaining income and maintaining competitiveness is delicate and ongoing.
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