Manchester City midfielder Matheus Nunes has recently caught the eye of Atlético Madrid, according to a source speaking to ESPN. Despite the interest, Atlético Madrid has not yet made a formal approach for the 25-year-old midfielder. Nunes made a high-profile move to the Etihad Stadium last summer for a hefty £53 million from Wolves.
Since joining Manchester City, Nunes has struggled to secure regular playing time under manager Pep Guardiola. The return of midfielder Ilkay Gündogan has further limited Nunes’ chances of featuring prominently in the team. In the current season, Nunes has only managed to play one minute in City’s matches against Chelsea and Ipswich Town.
As the transfer deadline approaches, Manchester City has yet to make a final decision regarding Nunes’ future at the club. While a departure is still a possibility, City has not definitively ruled out the option. Nunes had 28 appearances across all competitions last season, but he started only seven Premier League games.
It has been reported that Atlético Madrid is keen on securing Nunes on a season-long loan with the potential to make the move permanent next summer. Atlético Madrid has been active in the transfer market, recently completing a £81 million deal for forward Julián Álvarez from City and signing midfielder Conor Gallagher from Chelsea for £33m.
The future of Manchester City midfielder Matheus Nunes remains uncertain, with interest from Atlético Madrid adding a layer of complexity. While Nunes has struggled for playing time at City, a potential move to Atlético Madrid could provide him with the opportunity for a fresh start and more regular football. It will be interesting to see how this situation unfolds as the transfer deadline draws near.