Giuliano Simeone has transformed his father’s legacy into a new success story while proving himself as a key player for Atlético Madrid. Born in December 2002 in Italy, he is the youngest son of Atlético Madrid coach Diego Simeone.
Giuliano joined Atlético Madrid’s youth system after leaving River Plate’s academy. He faced challenges early in his career, including loan spells at Zaragoza and Alavés. In 2023, he suffered a severe ankle fracture that raised concerns about his future.
Despite these setbacks, he made a strong impression upon returning to the team. His work ethic stands out; he has been described as running non-stop for 90 minutes. His jersey bears the name “Giuliano” instead of “Simeone,” reflecting his desire to build an identity separate from his father’s.
Diego Simeone has led Atlético Madrid for over 14 years. He celebrated his 56th birthday while guiding the team to the Champions League semi-finals. His focus remains on developing players like Giuliano.
Key moments:
- Giuliano joined Atlético Madrid’s youth academy after leaving River Plate.
- He was loaned to Zaragoza and Alavés during his career.
- He made his debut for Atlético and commemorated it with a tattoo of the date.
In recent matches, Giuliano confronted Ben White after an incident involving the Atlético club crest. Luis García remarked, “That Simeone, man … bloody hell,” highlighting Giuliano’s impact on the pitch.
Giuliano insists on earning his place. He stated, “I try to isolate myself from [that]. I know I won’t be gifted anything.” Diego Simeone emphasized, “I see a player, not a son,” underlining their professional relationship.
