Grimaldo confirms talks with Atlético Madrid but no official deal

Spanish international Alejandro Grimaldo has confirmed that conversations are ongoing with Atlético Madrid regarding a potential transfer, but stressed that nothing is official yet. The Bayer Leverkusen left-back, currently at the 2026 World Cup with Spain, spoke on Ibai Llanos' Twitch channel after transfer expert Fabrizio Romano reported a verbal agreement between the clubs and the player.

What happened

Grimaldo admitted that despite Romano's report, there is no signed contract: “Está claro que hay conversaciones, hemos hablado, pero nada oficial. Entonces veremos en los próximos días lo que pasa.” Source: infobae He added that he has always liked Atlético Madrid: “Sí, me mola el Atlético de Madrid. Siempre lo he dicho.” Source: infobae

The reaction

• According to COPE's Tiempo de Juego, negotiations are at an advanced stage and an agreement could be reached imminently. Source: abces
• Fabrizio Romano earlier claimed a verbal agreement is in place, a report Grimaldo acknowledged, saying “cuando habla Fabrizio, pues casi siempre acierta.” Source: infobae

What's next

Grimaldo is focused on Spain's World Cup campaign; the team travels to Mexico for their third group match against Uruguay. The transfer will likely be finalized after the tournament, pending official confirmation from the clubs.