Diego Simeone tells Lenglet and Giménez to seek new clubs
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 28, 2026, 9:15 PM
Last updated Jun 28, 2026
Atlético Madrid head coach Diego Simeone has communicated to Clément Lenglet and José María Giménez that they do not fit into his plans for next season. Reports indicate that Lenglet is already in talks to join Benfica on a free transfer following a contract termination. Giménez is now tasked with finding a new club as well. These decisions are part of a broader defensive reshuffle at Atlético Madrid ahead of the upcoming season.
- •Simeone informs Lenglet and Giménez they are surplus to requirements.
- •Lenglet is expected to finalize a move to Benfica soon.
- •Giménez is also looking for a new club for next season.
- •This decision is part of Atlético's defensive overhaul ahead of 2026.
- 9:15 PMYahoo Sports — Diego Simeone tells two Atlético Madrid stars to find new clubs
"Atlético Madrid head coach Diego Simeone has informed two members of the club’s defensive ranks that they do not feature in his plans for next season.The Rojiblancos pair in question? Clément Len...
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