Atlético Madrid readying offer for Barcelona star | OneFootball

The transfer team at Atlético Madrid are readying a proposal to their counterparts at La Liga rivals Barcelona, for the permanent signing of Clément Lenglet.

That’s according to Diario Sport, who have on Monday provided a fresh insight into the situation.

Defender Lenglet of course sealed a fresh departure from Catalunya’s capital this past summer.

Deemed surplus to requirements by Hansi Flick and co, the Frenchman went on to pen terms with the aforementioned Atlético, on loan for the duration of the campaign.

And, in the time since, Lenglet has gone on to rebuild his reputation in impressive fashion.

After a shaky start to life in Spain’s capital, hampered by fitness problems, recent weeks have seen the 29-year-old establish himself as an important figure in Diego Simeone’s backline.

All told, Lenglet has been afforded 12 starts across all competitions, chipping in with a pair of goals along the way.

And such endeavours could well prove enough to secure for the defender a permanent home at the Metropolitano Stadium.

As per a report from Diario Sport, citing Atléti insider Rubén Uría:

‘The Colchoneros could offer between 8 and 10 million euro for the left-footed centre-back. Talks have already begun and all parties are interested in the operation being carried out.’

Conor Laird – GSFN