Madrid’s Atlético eyes stars of Shakhtar: Two Brazilians in the spotlight of a leading European club
Madrid’s football giant Atlético Madrid is actively showing interest in promising talents from Ukraine’s Shakhtar Donetsk.
According to reputable sources, the coaching staff of the Spanish club is monitoring two young Brazilian forwards from Shakhtar — Eginaldo and Nevertom.
Reports indicate that head coach Arda Turan maintains close contact with Atlético’s manager Diego Simeone, suggesting ongoing discussions about potential transfer operations in the near future.According to data from Brazilian media, the transfer value of 20-year-old Nevertom was approximately 3.7 million euros, while 21-year-old Eginaldo cost the Donetsk club around 4 million euros.
Both players joined Shakhtar in summer 2023 and have quickly adjusted to the Ukrainian league.
Experts believe that Atlético Madrid plans to follow their development with an eye on signing European contracts in the future.Notably, Eginaldo and Nevertom are rated as promising talents, already demonstrating high skill levels and potential for successful careers in Europe.
Their quick adaptation and technical abilities are confirmed by their performances on the field.
Former Shakhtar captain Arda Turan receives valuable insights into these players during his coaching stint in Spain, where he faced them in competitions.Meanwhile, industry analysts emphasize that transfer processes in top European clubs are complex and require time for full adaptation before clear results are visible.
Previously, it was reported that Shakhtar managed to rebound against Dynamo Kyiv in the Ukrainian Premier League after a cup defeat, indicating stabilized team morale and readiness for new challenges.