Atletico Madrid has put forward a historic bid to sign Mason Greenwood, the 22‑year‑old Olympique Marseille forward, with a six‑year contract worth €6 million per season and a €45 million fixed fee plus variables to the French club. The proposal, unveiled on Monday, makes the rojiblanco side the frontrunner in the race for the former Manchester United player.

What does Atletico's offer contain?

The deal includes a base salary of €6 million a year, a substantial increase from his last Premier League contract. In addition, Atletico is prepared to pay €45 million outright to Marseille, with performance‑related add‑ons that could push the total above €50 million. Sources close to the negotiation say the release clause features a goal‑bonus that triggers after every ten goals scored.

Why is Greenwood vital for Atletico's project?

Greenwood arrived in LaLiga with Marseille in the 2024‑25 season, but his stint was short; he nevertheless adapted quickly to the continental style. Coach Diego Simeone is looking for a striker who can complement Álvaro Morata and Antoine Griezmann, and sees Greenwood as the natural successor to the latter. "We want a player who combines power, mobility and vision," Simeone said after the announcement.

How does this move impact the transfer market?

With Barcelona leading the table 25 points ahead, Atletico needs attacking reinforcements to chase European spots again. The offer outbids several English and German clubs, putting pressure on Marseille to accept. If the deal goes through, Greenwood would become Atletico's third major summer signing after João Félix and Koke's contract renewal.

What lies ahead for Atletico in preseason?

The club has already scheduled its first preseason friendly against Manchester United on August 1, a match that will test the new striker's chemistry. Meanwhile, Atletico sits 4th in LaLiga with 69 points, 21 wins, 6 draws and 11 losses, and carries a recent form of LWWLW, though it dropped its last two games, including a 5‑1 defeat to Villarreal on May 24 2026. Those results highlight the urgency of bolstering the attack before the new campaign begins.