Manchester City’s midfielder Matheus Nunes has caught the attention of Atlético Madrid, according to sources. Despite only being at Etihad Stadium for a year, Nunes has struggled to secure a spot in Pep Guardiola’s lineup. The Spanish side is rumored to be interested in the 25-year-old, but as of now, no formal approach has been made.
With the return of Ilkay Gündogan, Nunes’ playing time at City has dwindled even further. The Portugal international has only managed to play one minute in the first two games of the season. While he made 28 appearances across all competitions last season, Nunes started in only seven Premier League games.
Sources have indicated that Atlético Madrid may prefer a season-long loan deal for Nunes, with the option to make the move permanent next summer. This arrangement would provide Nunes with the opportunity for more regular playing time and a chance to showcase his talents in LaLiga.
It is worth noting that Atlético Madrid has already secured a deal for forward Julián Álvarez from Manchester City this transfer window, further strengthening their squad. Additionally, the LaLiga side has also acquired midfielder Conor Gallagher from Chelsea for a significant fee.
Matheus Nunes’ future at Manchester City hangs in the balance as the club evaluates their options before the transfer deadline. While interest from Atlético Madrid may provide Nunes with a new opportunity, City has yet to make a final decision on his potential departure. As the situation unfolds, it will be interesting to see where Nunes ends up and how his career progresses in the coming season.