Spain boss Luis Enrique could be set to take over from Diego Simeone as Atletico Madrid’s new manager after a secret meeting with the players following their Champions League exit
Luis Enrique is being lined up as the next Atletico Madrid manager following the World Cup, according to reports.
The 52-year-old is currently focusing on leading Spain into the tournament in Qatar, which gets underway in just under two weeks time. Enrique’s side face Costa Rica in their first group game on November 23, before taking on Germany in one of the most-anticipated matches of the group stages.
However, it is being reported that Enrique will leave as Spain’s boss after the competition, no matter how far they get. Spain have been tipped to go far in the World Cup, with Enrique’s team winning three of their last four competitive matches, including a 1-0 win over Portugal in the Nations League last time out.
According to Spanish outlet Cotizalia, current boss Diego Simeone is firmly under pressure at Atletico after failing to guide his side to the knockout stages of the Champions League. They add that the former Barcelona boss is a prime contender to take over if Atletico pull the trigger, with Enrique reportedly ready to quit after the World Cup.