Alexander Sørloth has been linked with a move away from Atletico Madrid next month, with Newcastle United heavily associated with the Norwegian star. However, questions remain over what his manager thinks about a potential departure.
The Norway international has served as a backup to Julian Alvarez since last season but remains one of Atletico Madrid’s trusted players. Despite limited starts, Sørloth managed to reach double figures in goals last season, although this was not sufficient to secure regular game time.
Striving for More Game Time
Sørloth continues to be regarded as an important member of the Atletico squad and is seeking increased involvement on the pitch. He believes he deserves more opportunities and has been doing his utmost to earn them, but regular minutes have so far been limited. With this in mind, he has begun to seriously consider his future, with a return to the Premier League being widely discussed as a potential next step.
Over recent weeks, reports have linked him to Newcastle United, suggesting he may explore offers in the upcoming transfer window. A move could offer the attacker the relevance and responsibility he desires, providing a platform to showcase his abilities more consistently.
Simeone’s Decision
According to Sporten, Diego Simeone has now vetoed any potential departure. The Atletico Madrid manager considers Sørloth a trusted player and has informed the club that he will not permit the Norwegian forward to leave next month. This decision highlights Simeone’s confidence in the attacker and his belief in Sørloth’s value to the squad, despite the player’s limited game time.
While the situation leaves Sørloth with ambitions to play more regularly, it is clear that Atletico Madrid’s manager is committed to retaining him. His future remains uncertain, but any move will now require careful negotiation and may depend on the club’s willingness to accommodate both the player’s desire for minutes and Simeone’s plans for the squad.
