Atletico Madrid prepare late-career contract offer for Marcos Llorente

Atletico Madrid are ready to offer Marcos Llorente a contract extension before the end of 2026 as they attempt to retain the Spain midfielder beyond the 2026/27 season.

Llorente, 31, has become an important member of Diego Simeone’s squad since making the bold decision to leave Real Madrid and move across the Spanish capital in 2019.

His current Atletico Madrid contract expires at the end of the 2026/27 campaign, and his future has become a focus after he announced his decision to retire from international football with Spain following the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

The midfielder is reportedly being monitored by Liverpool, Manchester City, Chelsea and Bayern Munich, with the clubs viewing him as a potential free-transfer signing in 2027.

However, Atletico Madrid are keen to keep Llorente at the Estadio Metropolitano, and renewal discussions are already taking place. The player is also understood to want to remain in Madrid, with all parties working towards an agreement.

Should he sign a new contract, it would be expected to be the final deal of his playing career. Llorente has previously indicated that he does not intend to continue playing beyond the age of 35.

Llorente said he wanted to remain with Atletico Madrid for several more years and hoped an agreement could be reached that reflected his value to the club.

“I’m clear I want to stay at Atletico Madrid for more years. I’m happy in a place where I’m valued, and hopefully we can reach an agreement where everyone is valued,” he said.

“I’ve never been one to grandstand, but if I’m honest, I’d like to retire at Atletico Madrid.”