The Vicente Calderon favourite has since reduced the length of his contract from 2020 to 2018, fuelling speculation his time in Spain is coming to an end.
The Argentine has been tipped to replace Arsene Wenger at ArsenalGetty ImagesInter Milan also want Simeone to replace Stefano Pioli at the San SiroGetty Images
And Simeone’s father Carlos admits the tactician will be heading to either Italy or England once his Atletico deal comes to an end.
Simeone Snr said: “[Diego] is very comfortable in Madrid, but I think that at some point a change will come.
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Simeone reduced the length of his contract earlier this seasonReutersSimeone's dad has also tipped him to take charge of Argentina's national teamGetty Images
“Italy, England, I don’t know, but it will come. I am with him in waiting a couple more years.
“As of today, he needs weekly work, the match every Sunday. I think between the ages of 50 and 55 he will go to the national team.”
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