As: If Trippier leaves, Simeone wants to sign Azpilicueta

According to the newspaper Ass, if Trippier eventually leaves, Atletico hope to sign Chelsea defender Azpilicueta to replace Trippier.

After Atletico's last round against Vallecano, Trippier was the last Atletico player to leave the stadium and he has been thanking the fans on the spot, and although this behavior is his habit, he has been longer than usual this time, and as The Newspaper believes, it is Trippier saying goodbye to Atletico fans.

Newcastle is reportedly keen to sign Trippier, who will sign the England international for €30 million. Speaking about Trippier's situation, Simeone said: "We want him to stay, that's our goal, but you can never stop anybody. ”

The Newspaper as As says atletico will strengthen the defence if Trippier eventually leaves, ideally the club would like to sign a centre-back who can play as a right-back, while Simeone has his eye on Azpilicueta. Azpilicueta's contract with Chelsea expires this summer and there is no sign of a contract extension between the two sides, meaning he will become a free agent and Barca are also interested in signing him.

(Luke)