Former Barcelona coach Luis Enrique is reportedly a candidate to take over Atletico Madrid next season, should Diego Simeone decide to leave the club.
According to Spanish media, the 51-year-old coach has been linked with several teams since stepping down as Spain’s manager after the World Cup. Enrique has been touted as a potential candidate for the Brazilian national team, but no agreement has been reached yet.
Meanwhile, Atletico Madrid is not having a great season so far, as they were knocked out in the group stage of the Champions League and are currently fourth in La Liga with only two points above fifth-placed Real Betis. Such a situation has fueled speculation about Simeone’s future at the club after 12 successful years, during which he won two La Liga titles, two Europa Leagues, and reached two Champions League finals.
Luis Enrique has a wealth of experience coaching top-level teams, having previously managed Roma, Celta, and Barcelona, where he won two La Liga titles, three Copa del Rey, and one Champions League. If he takes over Atletico Madrid, it would be his first job at the club’s helm and an exciting challenge for one of the most successful Spanish coaches of recent years.
