“I can’t imagine a better coach” – Atletico Madrid star gives public backing to Diego Simeone

Earlier this week there was speculation that Atletico Madrid would be looking at management options in case Diego Simeone suddenly walked away from the role he has held for 13 years. Although these rumors have been denied, there is still doubt about the Argentine's future in the minds of the club's supporters.

Saturday's 2-1 win over Alaves was Simeone's 700th game in charge of Atleti, and for midfielder Pablo Barrios, he hopes there will be many more games to come with his manager taking charge (via Marca). In his eyes, there is no one better for the club.

“We already know the history he has at the club, I congratulate him and I hope he continues like this. The first thing he gives us is the desire and encouragement to be the best we can be. There are few who insist as much as he does. I can't imagine a better coach for Atletico Madrid.”