Mangala linked with Atletico Madrid
VfB Stuttgart midfielder Orel Mangala is said to have caught the eye of Atletico Madrid.
| Orel Mangala. | Photo: Jeollo/VfB-exklusiv.de/CC-by-SA 3.0 |
According to Spanish publication AS, Atletico scouts have watched Mangala on several occasions, with sporting director Andreas Berta said to be impressed with the 24-year-old midfielder's strengths.
Mangala, who is under contract with Stuttgart until 2024, has been linked with a move away from Stuttgart.
"In the summer it may indeed be time for a change of air," he was quoted as saying by Flemish newspaper Het Nieuwsblad last month.
"It's true that the biggest clubs in Europe have me on their radar, but I can't mention any names. I can only say that I am looking for a nice sporting project. I want to go to a club where I can develop."
However, Mangala and his agent, Mehmet Eser, later denied the quotes. Eser told Bild:
"It's all lies. Orel feels comfortable at VfB. In addition, he still has a two-year contract. We respect that."
