Spanish media claim Cerci arrived overweight
The former Torino man has made just three La Liga appearances since his €16 million summer move, and now a new reason for this has emerged from Spain.
The 27-year-old arrived in Spain for training in September weighing four pounds more than a weight considered acceptable by coach Diego Simeone, according to Marca.
Marca’s report stresses that the Italy international has now regained his previous shape, but the player has been an unused substitute in the Colchoneros’ last two league fixtures.
Cerci may not be an Atletico player for too long, having been linked with a Serie A return within the past few days.