Atlético’s centre-backs are revered and sought-after by clubs all over Europe – but they are not for sale. Nearly of the continent made enquiries about Miranda, Godín and José María Giménez; the former two have caught the eye of the top clubs in England and Germany. Manchester United were close to signing the Brazilian while Manchester City and Bayern asked about the Uruguayan, whose header handed Atleti the league title.
In the end, United didn’t meet Miranda’s buy-out fee and Atlético offered Godín a renewal proposal which was too good to turn down. After attempts to lure the Rojiblanco’s first choice central defenders, four of Europe’s major clubs turned their attentions to Giménez.
The 19-year-old made just three first team appearances last season but Atlético insist he is not for sale – especially after Toby Alderweireld left to join Southampton on loan. Giménez has shown himself to be handy substitute, making a handful of solid performances while Miranda has been out injured.
Premier League interest
Manchester City’s Director Sport Txiki Bergiristain was impressed by Gimnénez’s display in Atlético’s Champions League meeting with Juventus in Turin. City returned to make enquiries about the teenage centre-back but were told again that he is not on the market. Simeone is more than happy with the player, who he feels is a guarantee for the future.
Southampton keen to buy Alderweireld
Atlético’s other centre-back Toby Alderweireld has been excelling during his loan at Southampton. He is now the Saints’ leader in defence and the Premier League club is considering exercising its option to buy the Belgian outright after his loan deal expires. Alderweireld’s price has been set at 8.5 million euros. The defender is happy and settled at Southampton and is open to staying on. He signed for Atlético in the summer of 2013 but rarely featured which is why he sought an exit in August.
from Últimas noticias | Diario AS http://as.com/diarioas/2014/12/31/english/1420035206_905343.html
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