The domino effect that could end Simeone in Argentina

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The world of football could experience an absolutely seismic summer in the dugouts. Several key pieces are starting to move, and there is a scenario that, although still seems distant, is gaining strength as the weeks go by: the departure of Diego Simeone from Atlético de Madrid after an historic period at the Metropolitano.

It would all start with an initial move that would shake the international landscape: the possible arrival of Lionel Scaloni at Real Madrid once the next World Cup concludes.

Scaloni, an enticing option for Real Madrid

At Real Madrid, they continue to explore alternatives for their bench in the future, and Lionel Scaloni's name has gained a lot of strength in recent weeks. The current Argentine national team coach is liked for his leadership, his ability to manage dressing rooms full of stars, and his enormous success at the helm of the world champion team.

In Chamartín, they believe that the Argentine coach has the ideal profile to rebuild a project that is going through delicate times both in terms of sports and internally. Furthermore, his figure commands absolute respect within international football.

Real Madrid's plan would be to wait until after the World Cup to try to make the move. Scaloni maintains a very strong emotional bond with the Argentine national team and would not leave the project before the major international event.

However, once the tournament is over, the scenario could change completely. The Madrid bench represents an opportunity that is hard to turn down for any coach in the world.

Argentina considers Simeone

If Scaloni were to leave, one of the most important positions in world football would become vacant: the bench of the Argentina National Team.

And this is where Diego Simeone's name emerges as the top candidate. The Cholo has been considered for years as the ideal coach to lead the Albiceleste at some point in his career.

Within the Argentine federation, they believe that Simeone brings together experience, personality, and competitive character to keep the team at the top globally after Scaloni's successful period.

Furthermore, Atletico's coach has always hinted that coaching Argentina one day is one of the great dreams of his professional career.

The opportunity could come at the perfect moment. After many years at the Metropolitano, some sectors of the Atletico environment are starting to perceive a certain natural wear and tear within the project.

Marcelino, ready to replace Cholo

If Simeone ultimately leaves Atletico, the frontrunner to take over the red-and-white bench would be Marcelino García Toral.

The current coach of Villarreal CF will end his time at the Valencian team at the end of the season after failing to reach an agreement to renew his contract.

Marcelino is highly regarded at Atletico for several reasons. His ability to build competitive teams, his experience in big stages, and his intense style fit perfectly into the club's historical philosophy.

Moreover, at the Metropolitano, they believe that the Asturian coach would be able to maintain a competitive identity very close to what Simeone has instilled over more than a decade.

The potential domino effect is gaining momentum in European football. Although no final decisions have been made yet, several movements seem to be deeply connected.

Scaloni's arrival at Real Madrid could completely alter the landscape of the most important benches in Spain and South America. And at the center of this revolution is a key name: Diego Simeone.

Cholo has marked an unforgettable era at Atletico Madrid, but the dream of coaching the Argentine national team has always been present. Now, for the first time in a long while, the scenario seems truly possible.

Summer promises to be exciting, and the coming months could completely redefine the future of some of the world's most important clubs and national teams.

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