José María Giménez stands on the verge of leaving Atlético de Madrid for Deportivo de La Coruña.
Thirteen Years in Madrid Culminate in Sudden Exit
The 31-year-old central defender arrived at the Wanda Metropolitano in 2013 from Danubio as an 18-year-old prospect.
Simeone Squeeze Leaves Giménez Sidelined
League data shows Giménez featured in just two matches this campaign, totaling a meager 35 minutes of action with zero goals and zero assists. That glaring lack of continuity forced a swift exit strategy, resulting in his notable absence from Atlético’s training session on Tuesday.
Sevilla Talks Stall Over Wage Demands
Giménez is still tied to Atlético by a contract running through June 30, 2028. Sevilla initially made inquiries about his availability, but negotiations with the Andalusian club collapsed over financial terms. Sevilla expected Atlético to cover roughly 80 percent of the player’s high salary, bringing talks to a dead halt.
Deportivo Pivots to Finalize Galician Rescue
Deportivo de La Coruña seized the initiative in the waning hours of the market. Tuesday’s discussions centered on Atlético assuming a portion of the defender’s wages to bridge the gap with the Galician club’s wage structure, clearing vital room in the Madrid squad’s overall mass.
The Clock Ticks Toward Administrative Sign-Off
The operation is subject to final administrative sign-off and official registration before the LaLiga window closes.
