Sat Jan 18 14:20:00 UTC 2025: ## Atlético Madrid Calls Up Young Striker Niño Amidst Sörloth Injury
**Leganés, Spain** – Atlético Madrid manager Diego Simeone has included young striker Adrián Niño in the first-team squad for Saturday’s crucial match against Leganés. Niño’s call-up comes in response to the injury of Alexander Sörloth, leaving the team short on offensive firepower.
While fellow Atlético B player Ilias Kostis was also called up to fill in for injured defender Giménez, Simeone’s intention is for Niño to remain with the first team, at least until Sörloth’s return. This is despite Atlético B’s important match against Recreativo de Huelva on Sunday. Niño, the top scorer for Atlético B, will forgo the opportunity to play for the reserve team.
Niño, who has impressed with five goals in 18 appearances this season, had a prolific 2022-2023 campaign, scoring 36 goals in 33 matches for the youth team. This includes a remarkable feat of scoring at least one goal in all six Youth League group stage matches.
The club is optimistic about the return of Borja Garcés from a serious knee injury, providing further attacking options for Atlético B’s push for promotion.
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