Atletico Madrid sign Brazilian winger Lino from Gil Vicente
Atletico Madrid have confirmed the signing of winger Samuel Lino from Gil Vicente, with the 22-year-old signing a five-year deal with the Spanish giants. Diego Simeone's side finished third in LaLiga last season, although their qualification for the Champions League appeared far from certain for long periods of the campaign. Atletico have now moved to add creativity to their ranks by signing Lino, who scored 26 goals in 99 appearances for the Portuguese club, for a reported fee of €5.85million (£6.9m). A statement on the club's website read: "Samuel Lino is a versatile player who can play on both wings, standing out for his speed and his great ability to face rival defenders. "In this way, our club gets the services of a young player, with experience in European football and with a great projection." Lino, meanwhile, revealed the prospect of working with Simeone was a big motivation for the move, saying: "It means a lot because he is one of the best coaches in the world and one of the longest in charge. "He has a gigantic history, and I am very happy to have the opportunity to work with him and for him to help me grow." The winger is the second player to arrive at the Wanda Metropolitano in the close-season after Axel Witsel joined the club after leaving Borussia Dortmund on a free transfer.
DONE DEAL: Former Gil Vicente winger Samuel Lino excited to join Atletico Madrid
Atletico Madrid have signed Gil Vicente winger Samuel Lino. The 22 year-old moves to Atletico, penning a deal to 2027. His transfer is undisclosed. Lino said: "I am very happy to be here at Atlético. It is a great club. It means a lot to me. It is a very great feeling of great pride. I have no words to describe this moment. "When I started playing as a child I always dreamed of the big clubs and coming to Atlético was to fulfill that dream and it has made me very happy. Since I was little I have imagined this moment and I can only be grateful. “As a player I am a very fast footballer, who plays on the wings, I like to dribble and attack the rival, but I also like to defend, help the team." On coach Diego Simeone, he added: “It means a lot. He is one of the best coaches in the world and one of the longest in charge. He has a gigantic history and I am very happy to have the opportunity to work with him and for him to help me grow." Need a VPN? Or seeking to switch? Then support Tribal Football by clicking here to sign up with our official partners NordVPN. Not only will you receive the best VPN experience, but also great discounts by signing up via Tribal Football. Thanks for your support!
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