Diego Simeone’s Atletico Madrid are interested in acquiring the services of Liverpool centre-back Joe Gomez.
While Atletico Madrid remain focused on securing a top-four finish, the Spanish giants have already begun planning for the summer. They have identified defence as a key area that needs strengthening, and according to a report from Fichajes, Atletico are keen on signing Joe Gomez from Liverpool.
Gomez’s future has become a big talking point ahead of the summer transfer window. The 28-year-old is set to enter the final year of his deal at Anfield, and reports suggest he is ready to make a switch away from the club.
While he has been an integral part of their squad over the years, the English international is ready to make the jump, as he seeks a more important role going forward.
Gomez joined the Merseyside club back in 2015 after coming up the ranks and making a name for himself at Charlton Athletic. While he has never really been a regular starter at Anfield, the 28-year-old has certainly been a very important squad member.
Gomez’s time at Anfield is coming to an end
Over the years, he has been involved in 261 games and has played a massive part in all the success they have had. While he prefers playing in the heart of the defence, the English international has also chipped in as a right-back whenever needed.
He remains an important part of their setup under Arne Slot this season as well. But with just over a year left on his deal, his future has become a massive talking point. The player is ready to make a move away. More importantly, the Reds are ready to sanction his departure, as they prepare for a major overhaul at the back.
With Ibrahima Konate’s future uncertain and Virgil van Dijk also in the final phase of his career, the Merseyside club are looking to freshen things up at the back this summer. They are willing to cash in on Gomez, as it will help raise some funds and make room for potential signings.
Atletico are pushing for Gomez’s signature
With Liverpool set to negotiate his departure, Atletico have emerged as a potential destination. The Madrid-based giants are always on the lookout for market opportunities, and this is certainly a big one. Diego Simeone is very keen on having Gomez in his ranks. He values his versatility a lot, and given his experience, the 28-year-old could become an integral part of their setup.
With Robin Le Normand and Jose Maria Gimenez’s future uncertain, signing someone like Gomez will certainly make a lot of sense. While the Reds have set an initial asking price of £25 million, multiple reports suggest the Spanish giants could get a deal over the line for £10-15 million.
Liverpool are already planning life without Gomez, and contacts between both clubs are expected to intensify in the coming weeks, as the 28-year-old gears up for an important move.
