Mario Hermoso is set to leave Atletico Madrid as a free agent in the summer, and a move to Italy or England is in the cards.
According to Rudy Galetti, it us almost confirmed that Mario Hermoso will leave Atletico Madrid as a free agent in the summer. The 28-year-old versatile La Liga-winning defender has links to numerous clubs ahead of the next window with considerable interest coming from Italy and England.
Mario Hermoso to leave Atletico Madrid
Mario Hermoso has been a good servant under Diego Simeone, and even this season, he has played an important role. The 28-year-old versatile La Liga-winning defender has been utilised in several defensive positions by the Argentine manager but mainly has stuck him in. aback three.
There have been some interesting developments regarding Hermoso and his future. Still only 28, Atletico are reportedly not renewing his deal and have decided to let it run down into its final months heading into the summer. Hence, the chances of the defender leaving on a free transfer are increasing by the day, with more clubs seemingly alerted by the prospect.
Apart from Rudy Galetti, even Fabrizio Romano added the possibility of Hermoso leaving as a free agent and pointed towards links to Juventus and Aston Villa. Despite the 28-year-old versatile La Liga-winning defender’s quality, for some reason, Diego Simeone seems open to moving on and reshaping his defence, which could see further changes with the possible departures of Jose Maria Gimenez and Axel Witsel, with the latter linked with MLS.
With Hermoso seemingly straightforward about leaving on a free transfer, his agent will expect a flurry of interest in the summer. He might begin evaluating proposals well before the season ends, with massive interest generated from Italy and the Premier League, with West Ham being one of the keen clubs.
Aston Villa and Inter Milan are among those keen on Hermoso
At 28, Hermoso will be seen as a significant addition to some of the clubs keen on his signature, for he packs massive experience in a top league and Europe. Aston Villa are keen on the defender, as Unai Emery anticipates a big European campaign, preferring the Champions League next season.
Similarly, Inter Milan are eager on the defender, although Galetti insists the 28-year-old may not be their first choice to come in. Barcelona also saw links, but the Catalans are reportedly not working on a deal despite Hermoso being available on a free transfer that would have ideally suited their pockets, given their financial state. So, Aston Villa might be a destination.
