This Sunday, Atlético de Madrid faces Real Sociedad in an already delicate context after the heavy defeat against Bilbao (3-0). Diego Simeone was asked about the situation of his son Giuliano, recently extended until 2030 by the Colchoneros. Having become an important player in Madrid’s eleven since his return from loan from Alavés, the Argentine winger has made clear progress, to the point of joining the national team. But he is also the subject of a smear campaign on social networks, a subject on which his father did not wish to dwell.
The Argentinian technician was, however, very clear when responding: “his facts and his work speak for themselves. » A way for Diego Simeone to defend his son without fueling the controversy, while Giuliano has already delivered 7 assists and scored 3 goals in 27 matches last season. Before this trip to San Sebastián, the Atlético coach above all wants to see his team regain consistency after two defeats: “We need to be balanced and more regular during the 90 minutes. »