“For Savic there were contacts with Juve, but he is happy at Atlético”

Stefan Savic celebrates his fifth season at Atlético. The 29-year-old center back has been the target of injuries again this season, but that hasn't stopped him from being the second most used by Simeone in that position, only behind Felipe. The Montenegrin adds 1672 minutes, despite the fact that he has lost 15 games due to physical problems. When it has been available, it has been almost always the starter.

His name has been in the market rumors for the past two summers and his agent confirms that it has. What's more, there was an important team like Juventus that has had it in their sights. “In the past there was some conversation with Juventus, but nothing concrete was ever reached,” Pelicic told TuttoJuve. The name of the center-back has been associated with the Piedmontese club again, but for him it does not go beyond the rumor. “For now it is only speculation, simple rumors, Stefan has a contract until 2023 and he is very happy at Atlético,” he says.

Tottenham and Monaco were the last two teams that would have been interested in the defense, according to the media in those countries. At Atlético he is considered a heavyweight already in the dressing room. With the departure of the most experienced men, last summer he also opted for him to provide this campaign with that necessary factor of experience. He is an appreciated player.