Marc Pubill has revealed that he has encouraged Spain international Marc Cucurella to consider leaving Chelsea this summer and make a move to Atlético Madrid.
The comments come amid growing speculation over Cucurella’s future at Chelsea, with reports suggesting the 27-year-old is open to exploring new options despite being under contract with the Premier League club until 2028. CHELSEA are understood to be willing to listen to offers should a suitable proposal arrive during the summer window.
Speaking while on international duty and reflecting on potential club moves for Spanish teammates, Pubill suggested that a switch to the Spanish capital could be an attractive next step for Cucurella.
He is said to have spoken positively about the environment at Atlético Madrid and the opportunity to compete at the highest level of European football under Diego Simeone.
The suggestion adds weight to recent reports linking Atlético Madrid with a move for the Chelsea defender, with the La Liga side believed to have identified him as a priority target to strengthen their left flank. Atlético are reportedly keen to add depth and competition in wide defensive areas as they prepare for another demanding domestic and Champions League campaign
‘Have you already told Marc Cucurella to come to Atletico Madrid with you?’, Pubill was asked at Spain’s World Cup training camp this week, to which the defender replied:’Yes, of course, I’ve already told him!’
Asked what Cucurella said in response, Pubill replied, ‘Nothing,’ with a wry smile etched across his face.
Atlético Madrid’s interest remains at an exploratory stage, but with internal encouragement from within the Spanish camp and increasing openness from the player’s side, the situation is expected to evolve rapidly as the transfer window progresses.
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