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Slovenia coach Katanec backing Oblak to match Courtois Atletico Madrid success

Slovenia coach Srecko Katanec is delighted for Jan Oblak over his move to Atletico Madrid.

Oblak signed for Atletico last week from Benfica.

He moves to Atletico as a replacement for Thibaut Courtois, after his return to parent club Chelsea.

Katanec told AS: "I know, I've seen Courtois, who is already among the best in the world. He is a very complete goalkeeper and wins you points. But so can Oblak.

"In one of my first training sessions I was surprised. He saved a couple of balls I thought were unattainable. When you see him train, you realise the size of the goalie that he can become.

"Courtois is Courtois, but I have no doubt that Oblak will help Atletico win."

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