Spanish football morning headlines for Tuesday January 4.
Ramos rejects Madrid deal
Sergio Ramos has rejected a contract renewal offer from Real Madrid and is considering leaving the club this summer, report Marca.
It is a complicated negotiation as Madrid are enforcing wage cuts across the squad – which Ramos is reluctant to accept – alongside the club’s unwillingness to move away from their policy of only offering one-year deal to those in their mid-30s.
Puig pens new Barcelona contract
The future of midfielder Riqui Puig has been at the forefront of Barcelona news in recent months but El Mundo Deportivo report a new contract has already been signed.
The central midfielder has not enjoyed a lot of playing time under Ronald Koeman this season but it is claimed the club have sanctioned a new contract running through until the summer of 2023.
Atleti identify new striker
Atletico Madrid are closing in on a deal to sign Real Sociedad striker Willian Jose to replace Diego Costa, who has become a free agent.
As outlined by Marca, years of uncertainty of Willian Jose’s future have seemingly been ended as he is on the verge of joining Atleti.