Sevilla signs Atlético Madrid left-back Julio Díaz for €1.5 million
Sevilla FC has signed 21-year-old left-back Julio Díaz from Atlético Madrid for approximately €1.5 million, acquiring 50% of his economic rights. Díaz, an Atlético academy product, signed a five-year contract until June 2031, with Atlético retaining a buy-back option. He made his first-team debut last season, playing four La Liga matches. Díaz is a Spanish youth international, having won the U-19 European Championship in 2024. His arrival adds to Sevilla's crowded left-back position, suggesting further squad adjustments.
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Julio Díaz: 'I am a very aggressive player who never gives up on a ball'
Sevilla's fifth signing of the summer, left-back Julio Díaz, completed his first training session under coach Luis García Plaza and gave an interview to the club's official media. The 21-year-old, who previously played for Atlético Madrid, expressed his excitement about joining the historic club and his determination to help Sevilla return to its rightful place. Díaz described himself as an aggressive, never-give-up player who likes to attack but is also strong defensively. He acknowledged competition with veteran Chilean captain Suazo, calling him the player every child looks up to, and said he looks forward to learning from him. Díaz left home at age 11 to join Atlético's academy and has played four top-flight games. He signed with Sevilla until 2031.
Julio Díaz completes first training session with Sevilla
Sevilla's fifth signing of the transfer window, left-back Julio Díaz, completed his first training session with the team on July 29, 2026, at the club's sports city. The 21-year-old, acquired from Atlético Madrid for approximately one million euros plus half a million in variables for 50% of his economic rights, has signed a five-year contract until June 2031. Atlético Madrid retains a buy-back option. Díaz trained under coach Luis García Plaza and will join the squad for a training camp in Garderen, Netherlands, which includes friendlies against NEC Nijmegen, FC Utrecht, and Bayer Leverkusen.
Julio Díaz completes his first training session with Sevilla
Julio Díaz, the 21-year-old left-back from Atlético Madrid, completed his first training session with Sevilla on July 29, 2026, as the club's fifth signing of the transfer window. He joined for a fee of approximately one million euros plus half a million in variables, securing 50% of his economic rights. Díaz signed a five-year contract until June 30, 2031, with Atlético retaining a buy-back option. The squad will train again on Thursday before traveling to Rotterdam and then to Garderen for a training camp, which includes friendlies against NEC Nijmegen (July 31), FC Utrecht (August 2), and Bayer Leverkusen (August 8).
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Sevilla signs 21-year-old left-back Julio Díaz from Atlético Madrid on a 5-year contract
Sevilla FC and Atlético Madrid have announced the transfer of 21-year-old left-back Julio Díaz del Romo to Sevilla, with a contract until June 30, 2031. Díaz, born in San Fernando de Henares, Madrid, joined Atlético's youth academy at age 13 from Rayo Vallecano. He progressed through the ranks, debuting for the U19 A team at 16 in 2021/22, and was promoted to Atlético B in 2024/25, making 32 appearances and scoring two goals. In the 2025/26 season, he made 26 appearances (24 starts) for the B team, earning a first-team call-up. He made his La Liga debut on February 28 against Real Oviedo, totaling four appearances and one assist. Díaz has represented Spain at youth levels, winning the European U19 Championship in 2024 and participating in the U20 World Cup in Chile. Atlético Madrid thanked him for his commitment and wished him well.
Sevilla Signs Left-Back Julio Díaz from Atlético Madrid Until 2031
Sevilla FC has officially announced the signing of 21-year-old left-back Julio Díaz from Atlético de Madrid. The transfer fee is approximately one million euros, plus another half million in variables, for 50% of the player's economic rights. Díaz, a product of Atlético's youth academy, signs a five-season contract until June 30, 2031, with Atlético retaining a buy-back option. He made his first-team debut last season, playing four La Liga matches, including a start against Sevilla. Internationally, Díaz was part of Spain's U-19 European Championship-winning team in 2024 and played in the U-20 World Cup in Chile in 2025. Sevilla currently has an overcrowded left-back position with Suazo, Pedrosa, and Oso, so departures are expected as the club continues squad adjustments.
Sevilla Signs Left-Back Julio Diaz from Atletico Madrid Until 2031
Sevilla FC has officially announced the signing of 21-year-old left-back Julio Díaz from Atlético de Madrid. The transfer fee is approximately one million euros, plus another half million in variables, for 50% of the player's economic rights. Díaz, a product of Atlético's academy, signs a five-season contract until June 30, 2031, with Atlético retaining a buy-back option. He made his first-team debut last season, playing four La Liga matches, including a start against Sevilla. Díaz is a Spanish youth international, having won the U-19 European Championship in 2024 and played in the U-20 World Cup in 2025. His arrival creates an overcrowded left-back position at Sevilla, with Suazo, Pedrosa, and Oso also in the squad, suggesting further departures are expected as sporting director José Ignacio Navarro continues squad adjustments.
Julio Díaz heading to Sevilla for 1.5 million euros for 50% of his rights
Atlético Madrid left-back Julio Díaz is set to join Sevilla after both clubs reached an agreement for the transfer of 50% of his rights for approximately 1.5 million euros (fixed fee near one million, with variables). The 23-year-old academy product will sign a four-season contract with Sevilla, while Atlético retains partial ownership and a potential buyback option. Díaz did not participate in Simeone's training session on Monday to avoid injury and finalize the move. His place in Atlético Madrileño has been taken by Arnau Solà, a 23-year-old loan signing from Arouca who trained at La Masia. Díaz made his first-team debut last season, playing four games (all starts, 311 minutes) at a good level. He is the first of several coveted academy players expected to leave Atlético this summer as the reserve team becomes too small for their development.
Julio Díaz heading to Sevilla for 1.5 million for 50% of his rights
Atlético Madrid full-back Julio Díaz is set to join Sevilla after both clubs agreed a transfer worth approximately €1.5 million for 50% of his economic rights. The 22-year-old left-back will sign a four-season contract with Sevilla, while Atlético retains partial ownership. Díaz did not participate in Diego Simeone's training session on Monday, instead staying in the gym to prepare for his move. He will travel to Sevilla to finalize the deal and join the squad, which is scheduled to travel to the Netherlands on Thursday for a training camp. Arnau Solà, recently signed by Atlético, has taken Díaz's place in the reserve team. The story is still developing.