Atletico Madrid on the verge of missing out on right-back target
Jesus Areso Of CA Osasuna
Atletico Madrid looked close to sealing a deal for Jesus Areso going into last weekend, with a deal close after personal terms were agreed. However his other primary suitor, Athletic Club, have come roaring back in their efforts to sign him.
Areso is out of contract next season, and it is public knowledge that he will not sign a new deal at El Sadar. Sporting Director Braulio Vazquez has confirmed that Osasuna made him three renewal offers during last season, but all were turned down. He also has a €12m release clause, but has been linked with a move to both Atletico and Athletic for many months.
Despite a move to Atletico seeming all but a done deal, Diario de Navarra, via MD, say that Areso is now on the verge of signing for Athletic. Los Leones have increased...