Atletico Madrid are pushing to sign Barcelona defender Cesar Azpilicueta.

Marca says Ddrafting in Chelsea and Spain full-back Azpilicueta is the dream scenario for Diego Simeone, as he is at the top of his wish list.

The Argentine coach believes that the Navarrese player would suit his style of play perfectly, while offering him tactical flexibility due to his ability to play full-back or centre-back.

Azpilicueta's versatility adds value as he would not only replace Trippier as a right-back but strengthen the backline more generally, which would be welcome given the injury problems that Atleti have had in that department this season.

It would be no easy task to lure Chelsea's captain away mid-season, but the fact is that his contract expires in the summer and the Londoners have yet to offer him the two-year extension he wants, which could open a window for Atleti to swoop in.