Witsel follows Reinildo and Azpilicueta through Atletico exit door - Soccer News
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Axel Witsel has officially left Atletico Madrid as a free agent, marking the completion of a chapter that began in 2022 after his four-year stint at Borussia Dortmund. During his time at Atletico, Witsel made 116 appearances and scored three goals. His last contribution was during a Club World Cup victory over the Seattle Sounders. Following Atletico’s early exit from the competition, Witsel was unable to participate further. He thanked the club for their support, while Atletico expressed gratitude for his dedication, announcing he is one of several players exiting as free agents.
Witsel joined Atletico in 2022 and made 116 appearances, scoring three goals, with his last match being a 3-1 victory against the Seattle Sounders.
In a heartfelt message, Witsel expressed gratitude for the trust and support from Atletico, emphasizing the honor of wearing the team's shirt.
Atletico Madrid acknowledged Witsel's commitment and hard work during his tenure, wishing him well in future endeavors after parting ways.
On the same day, Witsel became the third prominent player to leave Atletico Madrid, joining Reinildo and Cesar Azpilicueta as free agents.
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