Atletico Madrid has intensified negotiations to sign Mason Greenwood, offering a five-season contract at €4.5 million net plus variables, compared to €8 million from Fenerbahçe. The British winger has yet to decide his future.
Atletico Madrid has stepped up in the transfer market. While Turkey was reporting the transfer of Mason Greenwood to Fenerbahçe as closed, direct sources from the negotiation confirm that the British winger has not yet made a decision. The red-and-white club has presented a financial and sporting offer that competes head-to-head with the lucrative Turkish proposal.
The Atletico offer: stability versus petrodollars
The entity led by Enrique Cerezo has put on the table a five-season contract, a show of long-term confidence in the talent from Bradford. Financially, Atletico offers €4.5 million net per season, plus an additional million in variables tied to sporting objectives. This amount matches the salary currently earned by Alex Baena at the club.
In contrast, Fenerbahçe proposes €8 million net per season, an amount that, due to Turkish taxes, represents a gross cost of €11 million annually. However, the payment guarantees required by Olympique de Marseille, the owner of the player's rights, are complicating the Turkish operation. The Turkish bank guarantees are not fully convincing the French.
The sporting factor: LaLiga or the Turkish Super League?
Atletico is confident that the sporting project will be a strong argument. Playing in LaLiga, one of the most competitive leagues in the world, and under the orders of Diego Simeone, could tip the balance. Additionally, knowledge of Spanish football – Greenwood already played on loan at Getafe last season – is an added value.
For the Atletico fan, the potential arrival of Greenwood represents a top-level reinforcement for the right wing, a position the club has sought to strengthen since the winter market. If the signing materialises, the English winger could debut at the Metropolitano in the early league matches, bringing flair and goals.
The final showdown: Greenwood's decision
The ball is now in the player's court. Mason Greenwood must choose between the immediate money from Istanbul or the sporting projection in Madrid. The coming hours will be crucial. Atletico has made a solid offer and presented an exciting project. Now, all that remains is to wait.
Meanwhile, in the Metropolitano offices, they are crossing their fingers. The impatient fans dream of seeing him in red and white. The outcome, like in the best summer soap operas, will be resolved in the coming days.
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