Not only did the Colchoneros fail to get through the UEFA Champions League group stage – not even dropping to the Europa League -they have also struggled in LaLiga as they’re 13 points behind leaders FC Barcelona.

Additionally, Atleti lost to city rivalsReal Madrid in the Copa del Rey. That’s why the club has reportedly started to think about the summer transfer window, in which they plan to make a free move that would infuriate the neighbors.

Report: Atletico Madrid interested inDani Ceballos of Real Madrid

According to Marca, Atletico Madrid are keeping tabs on Dani Ceballos, who is in the final months of his contract with Real Madrid. At 26, the Spain international is in control of his own destiny after years of waiting for his chance at the Bernabeu.

Ceballos hasn’t hadmuch playing time with Los Blancos since joining the team in 2017. In fact, he was sent on loan to Arsenal between 2019 and 2021. Whether he’s in Real Madrid’s plans for the future remains to be seen, but time is running out and Ceballos could end up playing for the crosstown rivals next season.

Roma bagged nearly €100m in the last transfer window by landing six new faces, including the likes of Tammy Abraham from Chelsea, Rui Patricio from Wolves, and Matias Viña from 2020 Copa Libertadoreswinners Palmeiras.

However, the team’s struggles at the beginning of the 2021-22, falling to Lazio and Juventus, proved that Roma still have work to do toget back intoChampions League soccer. And Mourinho looks interested in landing a Real Madrid player come January.

€20m-rated Real Madrid player reportedly on the radar of Mourinho’s AS Roma

Jose Mourinho isn’t taking his new challenge at the Italian capital lightly as he wants to build a competitive side that can get back to European prominence. And, according to El Nacional, Mou wants to land Dani Ceballos from Real Madrid.

The 25-year-old playmaker could provide Roma the creativity they need in the middle of the park, with the Portuguese manager reportedly seeing in him a great target to boost his startinglineup. Ceballos, meanwhile, would be open to leave Madrid.

After two seasons on loan at Arsenal, he was ready to leave Los Blancos to join Real Betis, but the deal fell apart when he picked up an ankle injury in the 2020 Tokyo Olympics. The report claims Betis wouldn’taffordthe €20m asking price after his injury, paving the way for Roma, as Mourinho believes he could be key for his team.

The Rossoneri have secured a top-four finish in theSerie A for the first time since the 2012/13 campaign and they finally seem to be getting back on track. However, they’ll need new signings to facethe next Champions League and the domestic tournament successfully.

Stefano Pioli‘s side hasbegun the last Italian league brilliantly, but eventually, it came up short in the title race as Inter Milan‘s roster proved to be more powerful.Therefore, AC Milan would considerre-signing Brahim Díaz, whose loan is about to end, andswoop forthree more Real Madridplayers to strengthen their team, according to La Gazzetta dello Sport.

Brahim Díaz

The 21-year-old attacking midfield has impressed in his loan spell atSan Siro, where he got the playing minutes he wasn’t granted at the Santiago Bernabeu. Brahim Díaz had four goals and four assists in 27 Serie A games, helping Milan to finish second, which is why the Italian club is eager to extend his stay.

According to reports, the Rossoneri might be close to reaching a newagreement with Real Madrid. They would acquire him on loan again, but with a buy-option of around $30million. However, Los Blancos are unwilling to get rid of this young prospect so easily, which is why they would also include a buy-back clause in case they wish to give Díaz a new chance.

Alvaro Odriozola

The Spanish right-back ended up seeing first-team action in the final stretch of the La Liga 2020/21 campaign after being sidelined for a long time with a calf injury. Alvaro Odriozola earned a spot among Real Madrid’s starting eleven, which is why AC Milan’s intentions of landing him are a bit pretentious. Besides, they also have Diogo Dalot in his position. Still, the Italian newspaper has linked them with a possible move for Odriozola, who stepped up with Los Blancos.

Dani Ceballos

The 24-year-old midfield’s future seems to be away from Real Madrid after spending the last twoseasons on loan at Arsenal. Dani Ceballos hasseen the field regularly underMikel Arteta, but he doesn’t seem to have room in the Merengues’ lineup, with the likes of Luka Modric,Toni Kroos, and Casemiro ahead of him. However, Real Madrid wouldn’t consider sending him on loan to the Gunners again, and they might demand a transfer fee. With HakanÇalhanoğlu‘s departure, Ceballos could be the right man to fill his vacancy in Milan.

Luka Jovic

The Serbia international has to return to Madrid after spending the second half of last season at Eintracht Frankfurt on loan. Unless Carlo Ancelotti decides to consider him, Luka Jovic’s time with Real Madrid could be over soon after having very few chances with the first team. Milan would evaluateadding more depth to their No. 9 options as Zlatan Ibrahimovic is currently injured, leaving Mario Mandzukic and Rafael Leao as the only two outright strikers in the squad.