In just two years, Isaac Romero went from being a promising talent who interested coaches like Diego Simeone and was considered for the Spanish national team, to facing a period of reduced prominence at Sevilla FC. However, Atlético de Madrid has re-emerged as the catalyst for his best football, boosting his confidence and performance during critical times.

This statement by Simeone came after a match between Sevilla and Atlético in 2024, where Sevilla won 1-0 thanks to a goal from Romero. At that time, the forward from Lebrija, recently promoted from the reserve team, had become a fundamental piece for the team's survival in La Liga, standing out for his pressing, runs, and scoring ability, forming an effective partnership with En-Nesyri.

Despite his promising start, which included six goals in the second half of the season and three in the Copa del Rey, and the interest from figures like national coach Luis de la Fuente, Romero's career experienced ups and downs. After renewing his contract with Sevilla, his goal production decreased, and the expectations generated by his 9 million euro release clause temporarily faded. He received criticism and went through periods of goal drought, with only four goals last season and another four this season until last Saturday.

Nevertheless, Atlético de Madrid once again proved to be the opponent that reignited him. On matchday 16 of the current season, at the Metropolitano, Isaac Romero scored his first goal of the campaign, breaking an eight-month scoring drought and contributing to Sevilla's partial comeback. Last Saturday, with Simeone watching from the stands, Romero once again displayed his potential, actively participating in the penalty play and effectively linking up with his teammates, reminiscent of the striker who dazzled in his early days.