Atleti will sell Giacomo Raspadori to Atalanta for about €23m after already offloading Conor Gallagher; Raspadori should start regularly in Serie A, boosting Atalanta’s scoring potential — punters may back Atalanta in upcoming matches and target over 1.5 goals markets, while Atletico’s reduced attacking depth could see them drift in LaLiga odds.
Atlético offloads Giacomo Raspadori to Atalanta in €23m deal
Less than 24 hours after completing Conor Gallagher’s sale, Atlético Madrid have agreed a permanent transfer for Giacomo Raspadori to Atalanta for around €23 million. The move restores the Italy international to Serie A after his summer arrival from Napoli and allows Atlético to recoup most of their outlay.
Deal specifics and contract
Raspadori, 25, is set to sign a five-year contract worth roughly €4 million per season at Atalanta. Atlético will classify the move as one of their January departures as they balance the books and reshape the squad.
Playing time and reasons for the exit
Raspadori struggled for minutes at Atlético, making only one LaLiga start and totaling 432 minutes across all competitions, with two goals and two assists. He was left out of the squad for the Copa del Rey tie and found himself behind summer signings and established forwards in the pecking order. Limited opportunities and tactical mismatches prompted the decision to move him on.
Tactical implications for Atlético
Atletico’s attacking depth has been thinned by this exit. With Antoine Griezmann and Alexander Sørloth usually preferred and other new signings competing for places, the club will need an attacking profile who offers dribbling, pace or positional flexibility—attributes the coach values—if they are to replace Raspadori’s potential contributions.
Squad rebuilding and incoming targets
The club is actively pursuing reinforcements: a replacement midfielder after Gallagher’s departure and an additional forward capable of playing across the front line. How quickly Atlético can identify and secure players to fit the manager’s system will determine whether the January departures hamstring or streamline the side.
What this means for Atalanta
Atalanta bolster their attack with a versatile, two-footed forward who should see significantly more minutes in Serie A. Raspadori’s technical profile and finishing ability make him a practical addition to their high-intensity style, where he is expected to compete for starting berths and contribute regularly to goals.
Betting and market impact
Raspadori’s move increases Atalanta’s offensive options and could make them a more attractive pick in short-term match markets and over/goal lines. Conversely, Atlético’s reduced attacking depth may depress expectations in LaLiga fixtures until reinforcements arrive. Punters should watch lineups and early performances before committing to longer-term markets.
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