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Atletico Madrid boss Simeone prepared to sell Man Utd, Arsenal target Cerci

Atletico Madrid boss Diego Simeone is willing to allow Alessio Cerci to leave in January.

The Italy winger has been linked with Manchester United, Arsenal and Inter Milan in the Madrid press.

Simeone said: "It is not easy. We have so many internationals in the squad. I am the Coach and at the moment unfortunately I am not giving Alessio the time he deserves, but I have to look at what is best for the team.

"Could Cerci leave in January? You'd have to ask the sporting directors, as they are the ones who work in this area."

Last week, Simeone also discussed Cerci's situation.

"I read in the newspapers that Manchester United, Inter and Arsenal want Cerci and I haven't given him the chance to play, so evidently we are a great team."

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