Reports had surfaced that the LaLiga side are interested in signing the Liverpool man this summer. With just a year left on his contract, the Scottish full-back could join Trent Alexander-Arnold in exiting Anfield.
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While Atletico’s interest is serious, Fabrizio Romano reported they may attempt to persuade the Reds to let him go on a free transfer.
After a heavy 4-0 defeat to Paris Saint-Germain in their Club World Cup opener, Simeone's side will face Seattle Sounders in their second group game on Thursday.