Santiago Mourino News: heading back to Atletico

Mourino has completed a transfer back to Atletico Madrid from Alaves after his former club executed a buy-back option, according to his former club.

Mourino spent one season at Alaves but will see that quickly come to an end, with the defender heading back to Atletico. He started in 20 of his 25 appearances last season in a decent campaign, carving out a normal spot in the defense. However, the role he will see with Atletico will likely be less, earning more of a rotational role as he works his way through the club.