It’s official now. Arthur Vermeeren is a new player for Atletico. The young Belgian talent, just 18 years old, is now officially one of the great future investments for Los Rojiblancos. AS reports the transfer fee could be up to $29 million in case certain conditions are met. The base fee is estimated at $20 million.Atletico’s latest recruit is a player who has just come of age and, in a few months at Antwerp, has become the object of desire for several of Europe’s top teams. This was a process the red-and-white team had been working on since early January, and it has finally come to fruition. All this happened after he arrived in Madrid on Thursday morning, accompanied by his closest people. There, he affirmed, even though he came to finalize the agreement, that he was sure he would end up with Atletico after the agreement between Antwerp and Atletico was reached.##NAJAVA_MECA_7828768##So, he underwent the necessary medical examination on Friday morning after finalizing the agreement on Thursday afternoon. Just before sitting in the stands of the Metropolitano to watch his new team reach the semifinals of the Copa del Rey, a round in which he can already participate if coach Diego Simeone deems it appropriate.At a youthful 18-year-old, the midfielder has garnered significant experience on the grand stage, having featured in the Champions League with Antwerp. He emerged as a pivotal figure for the team, even clinching the MVP accolade in a standout performance against Barcelona. Arthur’s journey with Antwerp began in 2018, rising through the ranks of the youth system before making his debut for the senior team in October 2022. Within a year and a half of joining the senior squad, he has accumulated 66 official appearances, contributing three goals and eight assists. Notably, he has also assumed the captain’s armband, showcasing leadership qualities that belie his age. Furthermore, he boasts titles in the Belgian League, Belgian Cup, and Belgian Super Cup.🚨 𝐎𝐅𝐈𝐂𝐈𝐀𝐋 | ¡Arthur Vermeeren es NUEVO JUGADOR del @Atleti! 💫🇧🇪 pic.twitter.com/dlbrQqDu5V— La Voz del Atleti (@lavozdelatleti_) January 26, 2024 His stellar displays at the club level didn’t go unnoticed, earning him a call-up to the Belgian national team, where he made his senior debut in October and November 2023. With his immense potential and experience in high-stakes encounters, we are delighted to welcome one of Europe’s most promising midfield prospects to our club.Following a successful medical examination, Arthur proceeded to Atletico’s offices at the Metropolitano. There, he met club CEO Miguel Angel Gil to formalize his contract with Los Colchoneros.LA LIGA – MATCHDAY 22Friday 23.00: (2.75) Almeria (3.15) Alaves (2.90)Saturday 16.00: (1.67) Sociedad (3.50) Rayo Vallecano (5.80)18.15: (7.00) Las Palmas (4.30) Real Madrid (1.48)20.30: (1.35) Barcelona (5.30) Villareal (8.00)23.00: (2.45) Mallorca (3.15) Betis (3.30)Sunday 16.00: (2.80) Celta (3.40) Girona (2.50)18.15: (5.00) Cadiz (3.50) Ath.Bilbao (1.75)20.30: (2.10) Sevilla (3.45) Osasuna (3.90)23.00: (1.53) Atl.Madrid (4.10) Valencia (6.50)Monday 23.00: (1.85) Getafe (3.60) Granada (4.90)***odds are subject to change
