Atletico insist that three of their key players
linked with Premier League clubs are happy in Spain
and not for sale.
Argentina striker Sergio Aguero is reportedly a top target of
Chelsea while Diego Forlan is thought to be interesting
Manchester City.
Maxi Rodriguez has been linked with Tottenham as manager Harry
Redknapp gets ready for his first summer spending spree at White
Hart Lane.
Atletico qualified once again for a shot at next season's
Champions League, and their sporting director Jesus Garcia Pitarch
says there have been no formal approaches for any member of this
trio.
"We spoke with 'Kun' [Aguero] in the last few weeks and he has
given no indication that he wants to leave. He is happy at Atletico
Madrid," Pitarch said.
"The player [Forlan] has stated his desire to remain at Atletico
and his agent told us the same thing last week."
Pitarch categorically denied that Maxi could be heading for
England during the summer.
"The player has a contract with us and we are certain he will be
part of our plans for the new season," added the Atletico
sporting director.
"At Atletico we are keen to improve our squad, not damage it
with sales."