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Atlético Madrid Set to Double Release Clause in Jan Oblak's Contract Amid Premier League Interest

Atlético Madrid are considering doubling the release clause in Jan Oblak's contract, as well as handing him a significant wage boost in order to fend off interest from a host of top European clubs.

Diego Simeone has often spoken highly of the Slovenian shot stopper, with the 25-year-old having won the Zamora award as La Liga's most effective goalkeeper for the past three successive seasons.

His performances have earned significant praise, prompting Atléti, as reported by Spanish news outlet AS, to tie down one of their most valuable assets to a new deal.

Since the start of the 2015/16 season, Oblak has conceded just 61 goals between the sticks with Los Rojiblancos, making him one of Europe's most highly rated goalkeepers.