Atalanta is preparing for a significant transfer. Matteo Ruggeri is set to leave the Nerazzurri club for Atletico Madrid. The operation is nearing completion. The Italian full-back will move to the `Colchoneros` for a figure around 20 million euros. The deal is expected to be finalized within the next 48 hours. The player is one step away from agreeing personal terms with Diego Simeone`s team.
A product of Atalanta`s youth academy, Ruggeri has always played for the club, except for the 2021/2022 season when he was on loan at Salernitana. Since 2023, the left-back has become a key player for Gian Piero Gasperini, who has consistently relied on him. He has made a total of 109 appearances for Atalanta, scoring two goals, both in the Europa League, during their historic European triumph season.
