After signing, Simeone found that the team still had problems

Atletico Madrid coach admitted: The defense is unstable, and there are still variables before the transfer window is closed

Calm, calm, direct, and clear goals - Diego Simeone is still the same. Even though the new season started poorly and only scored one point from six points (lost to Espanyol away and drew with Elche at home), the Argentine coach did not shake his team-building ideas at all. He has calmly analyzed the first two rounds and clearly pointed out the current problems of the team.

Simone attended the pre-match press conference before the away game challenge Alaves. He said that the team had the opportunity to win the first season at Mendi Sorosa Stadium, but he was highly vigilant against his opponents: "Alaves was very tenacious at home, and their coach had clear tactical ideas. We must show a high-level competitive state, because this opponent can always cause us trouble. The game time and the high temperature weather are also unfavorable to us." The offense is threatening, but lacks a goal-shot

Atletico Madrid was not without opportunities in the first two games, and the overall performance of the forward line was also recognized by Simeone. Alvarez scored with a wonderful free kick against Espanyol, but failed to continue his form against Elche.

However, Simeone believes that the team's offense has created enough scoring opportunities, and the problem lies in the accuracy of the "last pass". He explained: "With Elche, we created more shots than we did when we played in Espanyol, but the last pass was not accurate enough, which led to failure to translate into goals. We need to have a stronger presence in the penalty area. I think the team's offense is enough to win the game." The defense is worrying, and the defense test is underway

Although optimistic about the offense, Simeone is not satisfied with the team's defensive performance. In the past two games, Atletico Madrid has conceded 3 goals, and goalkeeper Oblak has faced severe tests many times.

To this end, Simeone has tried to adjust the defense in training: let Longlei partner with Lenorman to the center back, which means Hanco will be moved to the left back to replace the poorly performed Rugri. Simeone said bluntly: "We still need to improve on the defensive end, and we need to continue to improve on the offensive end."

Summer window purchased 175 million yuan, but the signings have not yet ended

This summer, Atletico Madrid is one of the most active clubs in the transfer market, introducing a total of seven new players and signing Lenglet and Musso on loan, with a total investment of up to 175 million euros. However, Simeone made it clear that this does not mean that the team building has been completed.

"Until the transfer window is closed on September 1, we will pay close attention to all possible opportunities. Whether it is signing or sending away players, everything can happen. I communicate with Carlos (Buero) and Miguel (Gill Marin) every day, with the goal of building a more complete team."

According to Spanish media reports, Atletico Madrid sports management is examining the possibility of joining Juventus winger Nico Gonzalez. But to complete the deal, they may need to clean up midfielders first, such as the sale of Connor Gallagher, who has attracted much attention in the Premier League.

Simone's statement shows that despite huge investments, Atletico Madrid's lineup adjustment is still in progress. In the new La Liga season where the championship is fierce, the coach is still working hard to build a truly competitive team.