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Atlético Madrid Pursues Johnny Cardoso in €30M Battle

5/30/2025

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Atlético Madrid is making a bold move for U.S. midfielder Johnny Cardoso, eyeing a €30 million transfer from Real Betis. Tottenham Hotspur had a €25 million deal in the works but now faces fierce competition. At just 23, Cardoso has shone at Betis and earned 18 caps with the U.S. national team, playing a key role in their UEFA Conference League journey.

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Atlético Madrid is making a bold move for U.S. midfielder Johnny Cardoso, eyeing a €30 million transfer from Real Betis. Tottenham Hotspur had a €25 million deal in the works but now faces fierce competition. At just 23, Cardoso has shone at Betis and earned 18 caps with the U.S. national team, playing a key role in their UEFA Conference League journey.