Atletico Madrid register interest in Serie A defender ahead of expected 2025 moves

Atletico Madrid are expected to part ways with three central defenders at the end of this season: Clement Lenglet, Axel Witsel and Cesar Azpilicueta. The former is only on loan from Barcelona, ​​while the contracts of the other two expire in June, and for now there are no plans for extensions.

As a result, Atleti are expected to look to sign at least two centre-backs. Lenglet could be one, provided he continues the fine form he has shown in recent weeks, while another could be Sam Beukema. According to Sky Italia (via ED), the Bologna star is being closely monitored by Los Colchoneros officials.

Beukema has become increasingly popular over the past 12 to 18 months and he would make a good addition to Atletico Madrid's first team. However, it remains to be seen whether it will prove to be an affordable option.