Atletico Madrid Fans Oppose Potential Signing of Tottenham’s Roberto Soldado
Atletico Madrid, reigning Spanish champions and recent Champions League finalists, are reportedly exploring options to replace Diego Costa, who is expected to join Chelsea this summer. One name linked with a potential move to the Spanish capital is Tottenham Hotspur striker Roberto Soldado. However, Atletico fans have expressed strong opposition to the prospect of the former Real Madrid youth product joining their club.
According to reports in the Mirror, Atletico supporters have launched an online campaign under the hashtag #UnAtletiSinSoldado — which translates to “An Atletico without Soldado” — voicing their clear rejection of the Spanish forward’s arrival.
The fan backlash is rooted in several factors. First, Soldado’s ties to Real Madrid, Atletico’s fierce city rivals, continue to evoke distrust among the fanbase. Having come through Real’s academy, Soldado’s move to their cross-town rivals would be seen by many as controversial.
More importantly, the striker’s form during the 2013-2014 season has done little to inspire confidence. Soldado struggled to make an impact at Tottenham, scoring only two goals in six Premier League appearances this season before a dip in form saw him largely sidelined from the starting lineup.
Atletico Madrid’s management is understood to be actively seeking reinforcements ahead of next season, with Diego Costa’s impending departure creating a significant void in attack. While Soldado remains one option under consideration, the vocal opposition from fans may influence the club’s final decision.
Atletico’s supporters have always been passionate and protective of their club’s identity and values. Their resistance to Soldado highlights the importance of fan sentiment in transfer dealings, particularly when it involves players associated with rival teams or those who have underperformed recently.
As Atletico prepare to defend their La Liga title and compete again in the Champions League, the pressure to find a suitable replacement for Costa will intensify. Whether Roberto Soldado can overcome the fans’ reservations and revive his form to earn a place at Atletico remains to be seen.
The Spanish striker’s future at Tottenham also hangs in the balance, with his lack of goals and limited playing time raising questions about his long-term role at the Premier League side.
With the summer transfer window open, Atletico Madrid face a critical period in shaping their squad for the challenges ahead. Fans’ campaigns such as #UnAtletiSinSoldado show just how influential supporters can be in shaping the club’s transfer policies and the players they welcome.
