Atletico Madrid are looking to improve their defensive options with the signing of Feyenoord defender David Hancko this summer.
According to a report from BrandThe Slovakian international has caught the attention of Atletico Madrid with his performances and it remains to be seen if they decide to make a move for him in the coming weeks.
Mario Hermoso is set to leave the club this summer and Atletico Madrid have identified Hancko as his replacement. The defender has a contract with Feyenoord until 2028, and is unlikely to be a cheap signing. Feyenoord could demand a substantial amount of money for him, and it remains to be seen if the clubs can secure a deal.
The opportunity to move to Atletico Madrid will be quite exciting for the player and would be a major step in his career. He will be looking to compete for major trophies in the near future and Atletico Madrid could provide that opportunity. The Spanish giants will be hoping to compete for the league title with Barcelona and Real Madrid and need to plug the gaps in their squad this summer. They need to improve defensively to match the Spanish elite and Hancko will certainly help them improve.
The Slovakian has the physical and technical attributes to thrive in Spanish football and will be hoping the two clubs can reach an agreement soon. The 26-year-old central defender can also operate as a left back and his versatility will be an added bonus for Atletico Madrid.
In addition to his qualities as a defender, his distribution skills also add a new dimension to the team. Hancko scored seven goals in all competitions last season and also picked up three assists.
