After an agreement was reached and all documents signed, Alex Grimaldo has been announced as the latest recruit at Atletico. The defender leaves Leverkusen after completing all formalities. With the deal now official, attention turns to when the new signing will debut for his new club. Atletico have now officially completed the signing of Alex Grimaldo, despite lingering interest from Chelsea, Besiktas and Barcelona. All steps, from final paperwork to international clearance, have been resolved. The club closed the door on a move that had generated widespread speculation. With only 23 goals conceded in 26 (0.88 per game), Atletico have been one of the stronger defences in the LaLiga this season.. Alex Grimaldo would be asked to keep that standard and provide dependable cover when needed. Leverkusen continue to be linked with Julien Duranville, Kai Havertz and Afonso Bastardo Moreira while Atletico are also rumoured to be tracking Viktor Gyokeres, Bernardo Silva and Kang In Lee. Stay tuned to PlayerSwitch for up-to-the-minute football transfer rumours and news from your club and beyond.