Although Atletico was considered the perfect place to leave Barcelona without leaving the top flight, the arrival of Clement Lenglet was not easy. On the one hand, because Hanko had been eager to play as a left-footed central defender all summer, only Feyenoord's rejection (as many as three times) prevented this desire from becoming a reality. On the other hand, because his two-year loan spell at Tottenham and Aston Villa left some doubts.

As if that were not enough, his signing after having already played two La Liga games meant that Lenglet would have to do his military service with Simeone, although he had already completed pre-season with Barcelona. However, after eight games (the last six domestic league games and two Champions League games), his time has finally come.

Specifically, he has to prove once again that he can be the same fast defender who shined in Sevilla and was once a member of the French national team. This will be a guarantee that he will become another starter in Cholo's rotation, as he is the only player who has not yet played, besides Lemar.

Atletico coach Simeone said in the press conference against Real Sociedad. "The 5-3-2 and 4-3-3 formations used by Real Sociedad have brought him good results, and they have the results of Takefusa Kubo, Becker and Oyarzabal. This is a brave team, very aggressive in attack, and very strong at the beginning of the game."

Azpilicueta has appeared on the training ground after missing two rounds of injury, but another new player in Atletico, Lenormand, suffered a head injury in the Madrid derby and cannot attend this game. In addition, Llorente was sent off in the derby, and Atletico's defense line is not available. It is predicted that Lenglet is likely to get a chance to play in tomorrow's game against Real Sociedad. Another player Javier Galan is also, Simeone may consider giving him more playing time.