The 48-year-old is in the penultimate year of his contract but the Rojiblancos are not ready to let him go just yet as they hope to extend his deal
Diego Simeone is a "blessing" for Atletico Madrid and it would be "perfect" for all parties if he signed a contract extension, CEO Miguel Angel Gil Marin says.
The Argentine coach has enjoyed almost seven years at the helm of the Spanish side, guiding them to a La Liga title, two Europa League successes and two Champions League finals.
With his side sitting third in the Spanish top flight and just a point behind leaders Sevilla after eight games, Simeone is still flourishing at Atleti and the club hope to keep the dream partnership together,
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"I think it was a blessing for all parties, for me, for the club, for the fans, but also for him [when Simeone arrived]," he Gil Marin told Juventude Rebelde.