During the summer, Atletico Madrid addressed their defensive problems by signing two new central defenders: Robin Le Normand and Clement Lenglet. Of the two, Lenglet was the more recent arrival, but has made his mark at the Metropolitan in the last two months.
Lenglet was initially not counted on by Diego Simeone, but after Le Normand suffered a traumatic brain injury, he was given his chance. He is the one who did not leave, and now, he is a nailed beginner.
On Saturday, Lenglet lines up against parent club Barcelona, and ahead of that game, Marco they reported that the owners of Atleti called for the French defender to be signed by the Catalan side on a permanent basis.
Barcelona certainly welcome the permanent departure of Lenglet, who have been trying to change for several years. Since his contract ends in 2026, Atletico Madrid He could also acquire his services next summer for a significantly reduced price.
