🚨Official: Johnny Cardoso joins Atlético de Madrid
After Baena and Thiago Almada, Atlético de Madrid has confirmed the arrival of another player with great potential who leaves Betis after a great season. Cardoso is now a red and white.
At 23 years old, Johnny Cardoso arrives at Atleti and signs for the next five seasons.
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