Real Betis and USMNT midfielder Johnny Cardoso is Atletico Madrid\'s top target as they look to strengthen their midfield in the summer transfer window.
Diego Simeone considers the United States international a key component to complete his squad. Simeone has repeatedly requested a defensive midfielder in past transfer windows.
The New Jersey-born player, who also has an Italian passport, arrived at Betis in January 2024 from Brazilian club Internacional. Cardoso has an €80 million release clause, but that figure is negotiable.