Atletico Madrid manager Diego Simeone has praised Tottenham captain Cristian Romero, calling him a "big fan" of the Argentine defender ahead of Wednesday's Champions League last-16 second leg at the Tottenham Stadium.
Atletico Madrid manager Diego Simeone has launched a strong defence of his team and striker Julian Alvarez, criticising the media for focusing on transfer speculation rather than Atletico's performances.
Diego Simeone's Atletico Madrid thrashed Tottenham Hotspur 5-2 in the first leg of their Champions League last 16 encounter on Tuesday evening, to all but end the tie as a contest.
Diego Simeone has been clear about one thing before Atletico Madrid's Champions League last‑16 first leg against Tottenham Hotspur: he does not see his side as clear favourites.
Igor Tudor has made it clear that Tottenham's fight in the Premier League remained his top priority, even as his side prepare for a demanding Champions League last-16 first leg against Atletico Madrid on Tuesday night.
Atletico Madrid have received a timely boost ahead of their Champions League round‑of‑16 first‑leg against Tottenham Hotspur with the return of midfielder Pablo Barrios after a month out injured.