Atlético return from the international break with a wave of good news: Sorloth is back in group training after nearly two months out, while Lookman, Hjulmand, and Barrios are all back in the fold — Grimaldo is the one to watch ahead of Saturday's trip to Alavés.
Alexander Sorloth trained with the group for the first time since injuring himself in late August — 54 days out. He is expected to be available for Alavés on Saturday, which would mark his competitive debut this season.
Grimaldo, who was dropped from Spain's squad due to a muscle overload, worked with a fitness coach on the grass on Tuesday. No setbacks reported and sources expect him to be available for Saturday's match at Mendizorroza.
Lookman was released early by Nigeria and returned to Cerro del Espino ahead of his international teammates. Already training normally with the squad.
Pablo Barrios is back and expected to be available for Saturday's La Liga trip to Vitoria. His return adds much-needed engine room depth in midfield.
The Denmark midfielder returned from international duty having played 342 minutes across four matches. He's back at Majadahonda but working in the gym rather than on the pitch — fitness management the priority before Alavés.
The youngest Simeone is putting up his highest-ever numbers for goals and assists at this stage of a season — a genuine bright spot in what has been a strong Atleti campaign.
Godín, Maxi Rodríguez, Falcao, and David Villa headline the Atleti Legends squad for a match against Club América in Mexico. Pure nostalgia, but a nice boost for the club's Latin American fanbase.
USA boss Mauricio Pochettino namechecked David ahead of a CONCACAF match, saying seeing the striker at Atlético under Simeone is 'fantastic.' Confirmation that the summer signing is on the global radar.
The women's team picked up three points on matchday 6 of Liga F away at RC Deportivo, with goals from Gio Garbelini and Fiamma Benítez.