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La Liga: David Hancko Named Atlético Madrid Player of the Month for August
Madrid – Slovakian footballer David Hancko has been recognized as Atlético Madrid’s Player of the Month for August, as resolute by a fan vote. the Spanish club announced the honor via its social media channels on September 13, 2025, at 09:32:00 CEST.
Hancko expressed his surprise and gratitude, stating I am very surprised and very grateful for getting this prize after my first month in the club.
He further noted the technical skill prevalent in Spanish football, adding I have been playing in European leagues for some time, but there are technically talented players in Spain and everyone wants to play with the ball. It is indeed more arduous for me as a defender as they always control the ball. My goal is to be even better in these situations.
The 27-year-old defender completed a transfer from Feyenoord Rotterdam to Atlético Madrid at the end of July,signing a five-year contract with a reported fee of approximately 30 million euros.
