Atlético expects Thomas' yes in the coming weeks. The rojblanco club knows that next summer may be somewhat atypical in terms of movements due to what happened with the COVID-19 crisis and in the entity of the Wanda Metropolitano they understand that their squad is safe from any interest from European clubs. Thomas is the only one who can hear the siren songs coming from the Premier, although at Atlético they expect the player to accept the renewal offer.
Thomas, who turns 27 on June 13, is one of the fixed for Simeone. He has become a benchmark in the center of the rojiblanco field and a decisive footballer for his coach. He has played 35 of the 38 official matches that have been played. He has played 24 in LaLiga, eight in Champions, two in the Spanish Super Cup and one in the Copa del Rey. He has scored three goals (two in LaLiga and one in Champions) and given one assist, in the Champions League. In total, 2,859 minutes of competition.
He has a contract until June 2023 and his clause is 50 million euros, an amount that does seem acceptable for the most economically powerful clubs in English football. Therefore, the idea of Atlético is to renew and double the clause. If Atlético manages to tie the Ghanaian, they will have secured an important midfield for more years, since they also have Marcos Llorente, who is in progress, Koke and Saúl. Koke has always said that his intention is to continue at Atlético until the Madrid club wants and Saúl has also stated that he is well in Madrid.
Negotiations between Thomas and Atlético have been going on for a long time, although both parties have prioritized the competition before sitting down to talk. Atlético has had a start to the year with very important games. But the idea is that before the season ends, Thomas can sign that renewal and tie himself to his usual club for more years.