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Atletico Madrid Dismiss Lucas Hernandez Exit Talk Amid Bayern €85M Bid Rumours

Atletico Madrid have dismissed reports linking Bayern Munich with an €85 million (£77 million) move for their defender Lucas Hernandez.

It was reported by David G. Medina and Isaac Suarez of Marca the player was poised to join the German champions in the January transfer window after Bayern met the release clause in his contract.

However, Atletico released a statement on their official website denying the claim and said the France international is content with life in the Spanish capital:

"Atletico Madrid wishes to state that, in conversation with our club, Lucas Hernandez has denied any deal with Bayern Munich and also any intention to exit our club.