49erssports.com - There is new speculation regarding the future of Gerard Pique. The veteran Barcelona defender is reported to be moving clubs at the end of the season.
In the last decade, Pique has played a crucial role at Barcelona. He became one of the pillars of Las Azulgrana's mainstay in their defense.
However, there are rumors that Pique will be sacked by Barcelona at the end of this season. The defender is reportedly not included in Xavi's projections for the Barcelona squad.
According to OK Diario, Pique will most likely continue his career in Spain. He is rumored to be moving to Madrid next season.
Check out Pique's transfer situation below.
Move to the Capital
According to the report, Pique will most likely continue his career in the City of Madrid. La Liga giants Atletico Madrid are reportedly planning to sign him.
Diego Simeone is reportedly dissatisfied with Atletico Madrid's line-up of defenders. He considered that many Atletico defenders were underperforming.
That's why he was interested in recruiting Pique. He considered the defender to have high flying hours and stable performance, so he was interested in signing him.
Open Talk
The report claims that Atletico Madrid's management has moved to secure Pique's services.
They have spoken to the defender's agent. They have expressed interest in signing the defender.
This discussion process is still in the early stages. But Atletico are reportedly optimistic that they can complete this transfer.
Reduce Payroll
Barcelona itself is reportedly not going to block Pique's move to Atletico Madrid.
This is because the defender has a big salary so his departure will help to reduce their salary burden.