Jackson Martinez Officially Completes Move to Guangzhou Evergrande from Atletico
Guangzhou Evergrande have completed the signing of Atletico Madrid striker Jackson Martinez.
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Martinez Exits La Liga
Wednesday, Feb. 3ย
Atletico confirmed the Colombian striker's switch to China two days after the close of the European transfer window.
Atletico Reportedly Rejected Spurs Bid for Martinezย
Tuesday, Jan. 19
According to Marca, Atletico turned down a bid from Tottenham Hotspur for the 29-year-oldย despite his poor recent form.
What Martinez Brings to Guangzhou
It's worth remembering that the Colombian was rated as one of the very best forwards in world football just months ago. At Porto during the 2014-15 season, Martinez netted a hugely impressive 28 goals in all competitions. Here's a look back at some of his best moments from the campaign:
It was a run of form that saw the Madrid club come calling to set up a potentially superb partnership with Antoine Griezmann.
Still, it hasn't worked out for the forward, who has struggled to cope with Simeone's style.ย As such, he's found himself out of the side, and when he has been handed chances, his touch, movement and goalscoring instincts seem to have been jaded.
