Atlético de Madrid 's response to Arsenal with Samu Lino has not been long in coming, days ago we commented that the player was wanted by those at the Emirates Stadium. Mikel Arteta called Atlético de Madrid to let them know that he was willing to go all the way for the Brazilian player . However, the colchoneros have remained firm and do not plan to negotiate for the former Gil Vicente player, neither with Arteta nor with anyone else.
He is a non-transferable player, Atlético de Madrid is not in a position to raise anyone's salary at the moment, but they do want to close the renewal of Samuel Lino . That is the club's intention at the moment: to be able to finish the matter of the number 12 as soon as possible and, in the process, avoid scares. They know first-hand that the footballer is very happy in Madrid and that he does not want to leave the club.
For Diego Pablo Simeone, he is a crucial player, a starter and indispensable in his system of play. A footballer capable of breaking up tight matches and capable of getting the best out of his teammates. Generous in his efforts, being an attacker, he is one of those with the best defensive numbers, and he does not want to hear about his departure.
Samuel Lino is one of the keys for Simeone
The Argentine coach has already given the absolute order to do whatever it takes to retain Samuel Lino , the Brazilian does not want to leave Madrid . So Mikel Arteta has it really complicated, and that is despite the fact that the economic offer for the São Paulo native would be very high. Arsenal is one of the teams in the best form in the Premier League and is competing neck and neck with Manchester City for the British crown in England .
Adding him to a project with Gabriel Jesus , Gabriel Martinelli or Gabriel Magalhães , three Brazilian players with whom he could fit in very well. Living in a city like London , where footballers gain in quality of life. Another friend who, by the way, he would have nearby is João Félix ; despite rivaling in the teams, the Portuguese and the Brazilian have become good friends.
He is looking to renew his contract
Atlético de Madrid have been in talks with their agents and those closest to them for several weeks, looking to end the saga. The club does not see any danger with Lino and they remember that his release clause is more than 100 million euros. These are figures that Arsenal can, but are not willing to pay, although they have already paid it recently for Declan Rice .
Samuel Lino has a contract with Atlético de Madrid until 2027 , that's three more seasons; there is no rush, but they do want to have everything tied up. There are no doubts with Samuel Lino ; he has a lot of time left under Simeone 's orders, to the frustration of Mikel Arteta .