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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.

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Athletic Bilbao News / Football Espana / June 13

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.

Atletico Madrid News / Football Espana / June 1

Atletico Madrid star wants contract extension settled before Euro 2024

Atletico Madrid star Axel Witsel is set to sign a contract extension at the club this month. The 35-year-old has played a key role for Los Rojiblancos since joining the club in 2022 as part of a move from midfield to defence.

Atletico Madrid News / Football Espana / May 24

Atletico Madrid star tempted out of international retirement for Euro 2024

Belgium want Atletico Madrid star Axel Witsel to end his international retirement ahead of Euro 2024. The 35-year-old has found a new lease of life since joining Los Rojiblancos in 2022 as part of a switch from defensive midfield to centre back.

Atletico Madrid News / Football Espana / May 15

Remarkable statistic suggests Atletico Madrid veteran has earned new deal

Atletico Madrid’s defensive woes have been a constant complaint for Diego Simeone this season, as he tries to find a system and combination that will keep opponents out.

Atletico Madrid News / Football Espana / March 26, 2024

MLS clubs trying to tempt Atletico Madrid veteran into summer move

Atletico Madrid have struggled defensively this season, but there is a strong argument to say that their two best defenders this season have been the pair that are out of contract in the summer: Mario Hermoso and Axel Witsel.

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