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Axel Witsel leaves Atletico Madrid but stays in Spain with another La Liga club

Udinese News / Football Italia / August 10

Report Witsel has rejected Udinese offer as free agent

Axel Witsel has informed Udinese that he will not be joining them, despite seeming to agree personal terms as a free agent. The report was first made by Belgian transfer expert Sacha Tavolieri, and has now been confirmed by Sky Sport Italia.

Udinese News / Football Italia / August 10

Udinese await Witsel decision

Udinese are waiting patiently as reports from Italy claim that the Friulian side are anticipating a decision on their attempt to sign free agent Axel Witsel later this evening.

Soccer News / Football Italia / August 6

Witsel due for Udinese talks to close agreement after Atletico Madrid spell

The agents of veteran Belgium midfielder Axel Witsel will meet with representatives from Serie A side Udinese on Wednesday in an attempt to settle an agreement

Udinese News / Football Italia / August 5

Done Deal: Witsel ready to join Udinese as free agent

Reports in Belgium claim Axel Witsel has agreed to join Udinese as a free agent, on a one-year contract with option for a second, while Lautaro Giannetti is heading to Turkey.

Udinese News / Football Italia / August 4

Report Witsel leaning towards Udinese as free agent

Udinese are reportedly the favourites to snap up Belgium international Axel Witsel, who is a free agent after his Atletico Madrid contract expired. The 36-year-old did not see his deal extended by Atletico Madrid when it was allowed to run down in June.

Soccer News / Field Level Media / June 19

Pablo Barrios scores twice, Atletico Madrid sail past Sounders

Pablo Barrios' brace lifted Atletico Madrid to a 3-1 victory over the Seattle Sounders on Thursday, getting the Spanish side's Group B campaign back on track.

Real Sociedad News / Football Espana / April 17

Premier League side set €80m asking price for Atletico Madrid target

Atletico Madrid are aiming to sign a new central defender in the summer to replace the departing Axel Witsel and Cesar Azpilicueta, and right now, they are looking at the Premier League market to address their need.

Real Sociedad News / Football Espana / March 20

Atletico Madrid veteran defender hints at 2025 exit

Atletico Madrid star Axel Witsel has hinted at his planned intention to move on from the club at the end of the 2024/25 season. The Belgian international opted to sign a one-year contract extension last summer in a mirror of his previous short term deals in Madrid.

Soccer News / PSG Talk / December 27

Atlético Madrid Seek to Edge Newcastle, Tottenham for PSG’s €25M-Rated Physical Talent

for Qatar Airways Atlético Madrid have identified Škriniar as a key target for next season. With Axel Witsel and César Azpilicueta expected to leave when their contracts expire in June 2025 and Clément Lenglet’s loan ending without guarantee of staying, the Madrid club are looking to strengthen their defense.

Athletic Bilbao News / Football Espana / June 13, 2024

Atletico Madrid and Athletic Club tie up contract extensions for veterans

Atletico Madrid have extended the contract of Axel Witsel for a further season, keeping him at the club for a third year, until the summer of 2025. The 35-year-old ended up playing a key role in their season as one of their most reliable defenders, having made the switch to central defence last season.