Atlanta United release statement on Thiago Almada

Soon to make his debut for Argentinian senior national team, 20-year old attacking midfielder Thiago Almada, currently playing for Velez Sarsfield, has been linked as a sure move to Atlanta United FC. To this end, Major League Soccer club, from Georgia state, released the following official statement:

We have seen reports about Thiago Almada. We have not committed to acquiring the player at this time; we can confirm that we retain an exclusive option to permanently transfer the player. The option extends into 2022. We will have no further comment on the player at this time.

— Atlanta United FC (@ATLUTD) December 4, 2021

Besides, a 25 million euros exit clause is set upon the 2001-born playmaker, who is meanwhile tracked by Olympique de Marseille as well. Developments from MLS side, anyway, are soon to be expected.