Axel Witsel
36-Year-Old
Free Agent
Departs Atleti
Witsel departed Atleti at the end of his contract with the club.
ANALYSIS
Witsel is among the players Atleti released at the end of their contracts. The midfielder was a utility player for Atleti, slotting in all over the park, including significant minutes at center-back. He will now look for a new club elsewhere in Europe.
Witsel is among the players Atleti released at the end of their contracts. The midfielder was a utility player for Atleti, slotting in all over the park, including significant minutes at center-back. He will now look for a new club elsewhere in Europe.
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Returns to starting XI
Witsel had one tackle (one won), three clearances and three interceptions in Saturday's 1-1 draw against Villarreal.
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Sets up equalizer Sunday
Witsel assisted once to go with zero corners and one chance created in Sunday's 3-1 victory against Leganes.
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Earns bench spot
Witsel (groin) is on the bench for Monday's match against France.
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Eyeing round of 16 for return
Witsel (groin) is looking to make a return against France on Monday, according to manager Domenico Tedesco, per Belga of Le Soir. We must follow his evolution day after day since he had to forfeit following his relapse. It will take us another three or four days before we see him again in the team."
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Out as expected
Witsel (groin) is out for Wednesday's match against Ukraine.
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Won't return to Atletico Madrid
Witsel won't return to Atletico Madrid after the 2024/25 season, according to Relevo.
ANALYSIS
Atletico Madrid have decided not to offer a new contract to the 35-year-old at the end of this season. Witsel, who can play both as a center-back and defensive midfielder, could generate interest from teams in the MLS and Saudi Pro League if he becomes a free agent.
Atletico Madrid have decided not to offer a new contract to the 35-year-old at the end of this season. Witsel, who can play both as a center-back and defensive midfielder, could generate interest from teams in the MLS and Saudi Pro League if he becomes a free agent.