Simeone has become a striker black hole; 24-year-old Almada is eager to leave, and a Brazilian Serie A giant plans to sign him.

Spanish reports indicate that Atlético Madrid failed to beat a weakened Real Madrid in the Spanish Super Cup. If Real and Barcelona continue playing normally, Simeone's Atlético will find it tough to claim championships going forward. Simeone has become a striker black hole; attacking talents joining Atlético become average, particularly technical forwards. Félix missed his prime development years at Atlético, Álvarez went from champion status at the Wanda Metropolitano to rarely winning, and now Almada, unable to get game time, is also considering leaving.

Almada is currently 24, the prime age to gain experience through playing. He stands 1.71 meters tall, is right-footed, and primarily plays as a left winger. Transfermarkt values him at €20 million, and he is contracted with Atlético until 2030. This season, Almada has appeared in 11 La Liga matches, starting only 4 times, totaling 429 minutes with 2 goals and 1 assist; in the Champions League, he has had just 3 substitute appearances totaling 60 minutes without any goal contributions.

According to the latest news from Argentine media TyC Sports, since Almada's €21 million transfer from Brazilian club Botafogo to Atlético last summer, he has lacked consistent playing time under Simeone’s system. Almada desires a starting role and is set to transfer out. Brazilian Serie A powerhouse Palmeiras is the most likely club to acquire Almada, aiming to buy 50% of his rights for around €20 million, effectively doubling his valuation. Palmeiras hopes to sign him in the winter transfer window, which Almada also prefers to regain a key role and prepare fully for the 2026 CONCACAF World Cup. Besides Palmeiras, Flamengo, another Brazilian giant, is also interested in Almada.