Atletico Madrid plot Sancho and Antony switch after key determine makes impassioned demand

Atletico Madrid have set their sights on two Manchester United gamers to deal with their disaster in assault.

Atletico kick began their La Liga marketing campaign with a 2-1 defeat to Espanyol, resulting in query marks over the facet’s attacking prowess.

The Madrid giants have spent round €200m this summer time, however they nonetheless lack a pacey winger able to dribbling and creating width.

Manchester United duo on Atletico’s radar

In line with Fichajes, Diego Simeone has “requested instant reinforcements” earlier than the top of the switch window. Curiously, two United forwards function on their three-man shortlist.

It’s claimed Atletico are inquisitive about Antony, who made a robust impression in La Liga throughout his mortgage stint at Actual Betis final season. He was immediately concerned in 14 targets in 26 appearances.

The Brazilian supposedly meets the qualities Simeone desires in his wingers, owing to his fast toes and glorious passing.

United are decided to eliminate Antony and are keen to promote him for round €40m. Nonetheless, Los Rojiblancos could face competitors from Betis, who’re considered as the precise winger’s most popular vacation spot.

Atletico are additionally monitoring Jadon Sancho’s state of affairs, who’s surplus to necessities at Previous Trafford.

Sancho snubs Roma

The Englishman is seen as an “economical choice” as he has lower than 12 months remaining on his contract at United. The Pink Devils are reportedly completely happy to promote him if their €20m asking value is met.

Additional, Atletico admire his versatility, as Sancho can play on each flanks in addition to via the center.

Earlier at this time, The Peoples Individual relayed a report claiming Sancho turned down AS Roma’s proposal. United have been prepared to simply accept Roma’s bid, however the Serie A giants couldn’t persuade the 25-year-old to maneuver to Serie A.

The England worldwide has additionally determined to not contemplate a transfer to Besiktas in the interim.

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