Atlético's €35m Bid for Fernández-Pardo Puts Lille Under Pressure

Atlético Madrid have made a formal €35m offer for Lille's young forward, but Premier League clubs are circling.

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What happened. Atlético Madrid have submitted a formal €35m offer, including bonuses, for Lille forward Matías Fernández-Pardo, according to L'Équipe.

• The 21-year-old Belgian forward recorded eight goals and six assists last season.
• Lille president Olivier Létang had said the club did not envisage his departure.
• Premier League clubs are monitoring the player and could make offers soon.

“The club did not envisage Fernández-Pardo's departure, citing his contract through 2029.”

— Olivier Létang

Lille are expected to seek a higher fee, and Premier League interest could spark a bidding war.

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