Atlético de Madrid are fully focused on the upcoming campaign, which will be extremely demanding. A major player in the transfer market, the team from the capital of Spain is not satisfied with what it has. For this reason, it has set its sights on a very important position for its coach, Diego Pablo Simeone .
This position, very delicate for the colchoneros, is none other than the right back, occupied by Nahuel Molina . Despite the fact that the Argentine was a great bet for the club, his performance has not been as desired. At least, lately, since players like Marcos Llorente have ended up taking his place.
Not only him, as Cesar Azpilicueta , one of the most important men in the dressing room, is also in danger. Despite having recently renewed his contract, the Navarrese could lose opportunities with a possible reinforcement from Atlético. In this way, the former Chelsea player could be worried.
The surprising name that Atlético de Madrid is looking at to compete with César Azpilicueta
The Colchoneros are clear that they cannot rely on players whose position is not right back. For this reason, Atlético de Madrid would be thinking of a name to compete with César Azpilicueta and raise the level. This would be the case of Lille footballer Tiago Santos , who is just 22 years old.
Born in 2002 , the young full-back could be a very interesting option for the capital club. As Nacho Estrella points out, the player's market value has reached 15 million, which makes him very sought-after. Therefore, Atlético de Madrid could have a good opportunity to make his arrival.
As indicated, the interest of the Metropolitano club is serious, so we will have to keep an eye on Tiago Santos . Atlético de Madrid have followed his projection with great interest, and this could be his moment. In this way, César Azpilicueta could have reasons for concern with Diego Pablo Simeone .
Tiago Santos, a pillar at Lille and an object of desire for Atlético de Madrid
The young full-back, 1.75m tall, has established himself as a player to be reckoned with in the neighbouring country. Not in vain, he has played a total of 43 matches in all competitions. His participation in the domestic championship, Ligue 1, is particularly noteworthy.
Wearing a Lille shirt, Tiago Santos has played 29 times in the regular season. In these matches, he has scored one goal and provided two assists, playing 2,363 minutes. On the other hand, his participation in the UEFA Conference League is worth highlighting.
In the third-highest continental competition, he has scored one goal in nine games. With Lille , he has also played a total of 778 minutes, which shows the importance he has for the French team. One of the pillars of the club, his possible departure to Atlético de Madrid could be a hard blow.