Atletico is buying a defender from Atalanta

Madrid's "Atletiko" club is finalizing the purchase of left-back Matteo Ruggeri from the "Atalanta" team. This was reported by Euro-football.ru.

According to reporters, as reliable insider Fabrizio Romano has reported, the agreement is expected to be signed in the coming days, specifically scheduled for next Tuesday. Currently, both clubs are working on finalizing legal matters.

The transfer fee is set at 17 million euros, with an additional 3 million euros designated as bonuses. The conditions for activating the bonuses are considered relatively easy to meet.

Thus, the total transfer amount could reach up to 20 million euros. 22-year-old Ruggeri stood out as one of the new stars in his position in Serie A last season. He played in 30 matches for "Atalanta" and provided 3 assists for his team.

His defensive performance has been highly rated by coaches and experts. This transfer will serve as an important step for the Madrid club in strengthening their defense.

Official announcements and contract details are expected to be revealed in the coming days. This news is of great significance for the club's fans and the team.