Oblak returns to form as atlético eyes champions glory

After a month on the sidelines, Jan Oblak is back in contention to reclaim his status as Atlético Madrid's undisputed first-choice goalkeeper.

Oblak's road to redemption starts with elche

Having played only a bit-part role in recent weeks, the Slovenian stopper is now poised to regain his rhythm and confidence with a string of important matches ahead.

Following a ChampionsLeague quarterfinal exit against Barcelona, where he was an unused substitute, Oblak watched from the bench as Atlético secured a Copa del Rey final spot without him.

However, with league participation secured and the focus now on Champions League preparations, Oblak's chance to shine has arrived.

A trip to the Estadio Martinez Valero to face Elche on Saturday presents an opportunity for the 31-year-old to rediscover his form and push for a return to the starting lineup.

With Atlético's top brass - Joan García and Thibaut Courtois - boasting impressive clean sheet ratios, Oblak will need to impress to claim the number one spot ahead of the new campaign.

Success in the coming weeks could be the catalyst for Oblak to reclaim his status as Atlético's most trusted goalkeeper and spearhead their title challenge in the Champions League.