The Madrid derby has been the setting for several unsightly scenes in recent years, with Vinicius Junior suffering from disgraceful racial abuse. A portion of Atletico Madrid fans are suggesting ways

The Rojiblancos also turfed Madrid out of the Copa del Rey in January 2024 in the last 16, which is the only loss Madrid have fallen to in the calendar year. Madrid are without star summer signing Kylian Mbappe after he suffered a thigh injury in the midweek win over Alaves, but still have a galaxy of attacking stars to call on.

David Alaba remains unavailable due to a long-term knee problem, while Dani Ceballos and Brahim Diaz are also still in the treatment room for Real Madrid, who are second in the La Liga table, four points behind the division leaders Barcelona.

While these are still just rumors, it appears that Atlético Madrid has identified several key targets to reinforce the backline.         Simeone's defensive overhaul   Simeone has been vocal about his desire to improve the defensive solidity of his team.

Atletico Madrid were far from convincing against Celta Vigo, but they managed to secure a 1-0 victory at Balaidos on Thursday night. The result keeps them in third place in La Liga, and still in

Atletico Madrid coach Diego Simeone was pleased with his team's defensive performance after a last-gasp 1-0 win at Celta Vigo in LaLiga on Thursday but knows they must create more chances.