In a significant upgrade, reporter Santi Aouna reports that Atletico Madrid have actually reached FC Barcelona over the possibility of finalizing French protector Clement Lenglet.

The 29-year-old protector is back at the Catalan club after a loan stint at Aston Villa, however has no location in the group and as such, has actually been greatly related to an exit.

There has actually been tentative interest from clubs like AC Milan and Besiktas while more just recently Real Sociedad likewise provided themselves as suitors. But the centre-back’s incomes have actually been a problem.

Lenglet wishes to sign up with Atletico Madrid

Now, Atletico Madrid have actually likewise gone into the race to sign Lenglet this summer season, with the previously mentioned report even mentioning that the Frenchman wishes to sign up with Los Colchoneros.

Atletico have actually currently signed Robin Le Normand from Real Sociedad this summer season however aspire to generate another centre-half before the window closes.

The Rojiblancos have actually been checking out relocations for David Hancko and Nayef Aguerd however have actually struck obstructions in their pursuit.

As such, they have actually now changed their attention to Lenglet and have actually currently held talks with his agent over a possible switch.

Furthermore, the report includes that contacts have actually likewise been developed in between Atleti and Barcelona.

Lenglet impressing Flick in pre-season

Lenglet has actually been utilized often by Hansi Flick in pre-season and although the 29-year-old does not include in the club’s strategies, the supervisor has actually been impressed by the protector.

The previous Sevilla man has actually been offered in training given that the start of the pre-season on July 10 and has actually gotten minutes both versus UE Olot and Manchester City last night.

But, Barcelona have no strategies to maintain him, particularly offered his puffed up income and the club’s challenging monetary scenario.

With talks now underway with Atletico Madrid, all celebrations will wish to concern a contract at the earliest possible.