The future of Diego Simeone, the Argentine tactician, with Atlético Madrid has become the subject of intensified speculation in recent hours, despite his contract running until the summer of 2027. Rumors swirling around anticipated transformations within the capital club’s hierarchy come after the coach spent more than thirteen years at the helm, marking an era that has left an indelible imprint on the club’s modern history.
Before departing, however, Simeone is determined to conclude his Madrid tenure with a trophy. This season, the Copa del Rey appears to be the most attainable prize following Atlético’s commanding 4-0 victory over Barcelona in the first leg of the semi-final. Should Atlético advance to the final, their opponent would emerge from the Basque Country’s football giants: either Athletic Bilbao or Real Sociedad. At present, Athletic Bilbao holds a slender advantage after a 1-0 away win at San Mamés.
An Inevitable Return to Italian Roots
According to the Spanish program “El Chiringuito”, Simeone has reached a preliminary agreement to assume the managerial role at Inter Milan starting next season. If confirmed, this move would bring to a close one of the longest and most distinguished coaching spells in Atlético’s recent chronicles.
This prospective shift carries an emotional resonance, given Simeone’s history with Inter as a player. After departing Atlético in 1997, he donned the Nerazzurri jersey for two seasons at the iconic Giuseppe Meazza stadium before transferring to Lazio in the summer of 1999. During his tenure at Inter, the former midfielder featured in 85 matches, netting 14 goals and providing 15 assists. He also played an instrumental role in securing the UEFA Cup in the 1997-1998 campaign, which imbues his potential return to the Italian club, now in a managerial capacity, with significant symbolic weight.
Although neither Atlético Madrid nor Inter Milan have officially confirmed the news, the emergence of these reports amidst growing discourse about an internal restructuring at the Spanish club lends credibility to the narrative. The forthcoming period promises to be a pivotal chapter for all parties involved.