The board at La Liga giants Atlético Madrid have earmarked a member of the defensive ranks at Premier League outfit Aston Villa as a potential signing for the summer.That’s according to transfer

While the La Liga side showed concrete interest in the defender, Fabrizio Romano claimed that they would try and convince the Reds to let the player leave for free. THE BIGGER PICTUREThe Times now reports that Atletico have already identified Robertson's alternative in case the English champions do not agree to let the player leave for free.

Atletico Madrid are interested in signing Liverpool left-back Andy Robertson this summer. The 31-year-old is entering into the final year of his contract and will face increased competition at Anfield next season if Milos Kerkez completes an expected move from Bournemouth in this transfer window.