José María Giménez Transfer from Atlético Madrid to Deportivo La Coruña
According to Marca, during José María Giménez's presentation as a new Deportivo player, he said he was happy to arrive in a city like A Coruña and at a club that demonstrated seriousness and a desire to have him from the first contact. He stated that the club conveys tranquility and has a serious project, which simplified his choice. Giménez added that he is a man of his word, is happy, and wants to help achieve objectives. He said it was difficult to leave Atletico Madrid after thirteen years at a club he loves. He stated that the club needed his help and, because he loves it, he was also going to provide that help. Giménez mentioned that he had known since the previous year that he was going to leave, and when the situation occurred, all options were considered. He concluded by saying that they viewed the possibility of joining Deportivo with great excitement.
According to Marca, during José María Giménez's presentation as a new Deportivo player, he said he was happy to arrive in a city like A Coruña and at a club that demonstrated seriousness and a desire to have him from the first contact. He stated that the club conveys tranquility and has a serious project, which simplified his choice. Giménez added that he is a man of his word, is happy, and wants to help achieve objectives. He said it was difficult to leave Atletico Madrid after thirteen years at a club he loves. He stated that the club needed his help and, because he loves it, he was also going to provide that help. Giménez mentioned that he had known since the previous year that he was going to leave, and when the situation occurred, all options were considered. He concluded by saying that they viewed the possibility of joining Deportivo with great excitement.
José Maria Giménez, who is a former defender for Atlético, arrived at Deportivo de La Coruña last night.
José Maria Giménez, who is a former defender for Atlético, arrived at Deportivo de La Coruña last night.
On September 1, 2026, Atlético de Madrid officially announced that José Maria Gimenez has been loaned to Deportivo La Corogne. The 31-year-old central defender has made 2 appearances in La Liga this season. The loan agreement is until June 2027 and includes a purchase option.
On September 1, 2026, Atlético de Madrid officially announced that José Maria Gimenez has been loaned to Deportivo La Corogne. The 31-year-old central defender has made 2 appearances in La Liga this season. The loan agreement is until June 2027 and includes a purchase option.
José María Giménez joins Deportivo A Coruña from Atlético Madrid on a loan deal that includes a purchase option, the amount of which is not yet known.
José María Giménez joins Deportivo A Coruña from Atlético Madrid on a loan deal that includes a purchase option, the amount of which is not yet known.
According to Mundo Deportivo, Atlético de Madrid has reached an agreement with Real Club Deportivo de La Coruña for the loan of José María Giménez for the upcoming season. The agreement is a simple loan for the 26-27 season. Because Giménez's salary is around 6.25 million euros gross annually, Atlético de Madrid will share and assume a part of it. The portion they will assume is reportedly the majority. Before his departure for Deportivo, Giménez's contract with Atlético was extended from 2028 to 2029.
According to Mundo Deportivo, Atlético de Madrid has reached an agreement with Real Club Deportivo de La Coruña for the loan of José María Giménez for the upcoming season. The agreement is a simple loan for the 26-27 season. Because Giménez's salary is around 6.25 million euros gross annually, Atlético de Madrid will share and assume a part of it. The portion they will assume is reportedly the majority. Before his departure for Deportivo, Giménez's contract with Atlético was extended from 2028 to 2029.
José María Giménez is the player chosen to reinforce Deportivo's defense. Radio Coruña SER reported that the offer from Deportivo is firm. According to AS, Atlético will renew Giménez's contract for one more year and will assume part of his salary for him to leave on loan to Deportivo.
José María Giménez is the player chosen to reinforce Deportivo's defense. Radio Coruña SER reported that the offer from Deportivo is firm. According to AS, Atlético will renew Giménez's contract for one more year and will assume part of his salary for him to leave on loan to Deportivo.
According to Matteo Moretto, Deportivo La Corogne is making a strong effort to sign José Maria Giménez on the last day of the transfer window. José Maria Giménez has reportedly given priority to the Galician club, which is working to finalize the deal.
According to Matteo Moretto, Deportivo La Corogne is making a strong effort to sign José Maria Giménez on the last day of the transfer window. José Maria Giménez has reportedly given priority to the Galician club, which is working to finalize the deal.
Deportivo La Coruña has chosen José María Giménez to strengthen their defense in Primera. The 31-year-old Uruguayan from Atlético de Madrid did not train with his club while waiting for his departure to be finalized. Deportivo is negotiating with both the player and Atlético de Madrid to arrange a deal, which would be a loan where Atlético covers part of Giménez's salary. A firm offer has been made, but Deportivo must first create space by accelerating the departures of players such as José Angel and Dani Barcia. According to AS, Sevilla had also recently inquired about Giménez, but a deal was complicated because they would have had to contribute 80 percent of his salary. Atlético is reportedly looking to transfer the player in order to strengthen their right-back position. Giménez, who has 99 caps and 8 goals for Uruguay, joined Atlético in April 2013 and has a contract with the club until 2028. Transfermarkt estimates his current market value at €9.00m.
Deportivo La Coruña has chosen José María Giménez to strengthen their defense in Primera. The 31-year-old Uruguayan from Atlético de Madrid did not train with his club while waiting for his departure to be finalized. Deportivo is negotiating with both the player and Atlético de Madrid to arrange a deal, which would be a loan where Atlético covers part of Giménez's salary. A firm offer has been made, but Deportivo must first create space by accelerating the departures of players such as José Angel and Dani Barcia. According to AS, Sevilla had also recently inquired about Giménez, but a deal was complicated because they would have had to contribute 80 percent of his salary. Atlético is reportedly looking to transfer the player in order to strengthen their right-back position. Giménez, who has 99 caps and 8 goals for Uruguay, joined Atlético in April 2013 and has a contract with the club until 2028. Transfermarkt estimates his current market value at €9.00m.
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