Manager Diego Simeone remains undecided on starting Jan Oblak or Juan Musso as Atletico Madrid looks to defend a 2-0 aggregate lead against Barcelona in the Champions League second leg.
Atletico Madrid manager Diego Simeone faces a selection dilemma regarding goalkeeper Jan Oblak for Tuesday’s Champions League quarter-final second leg.
Oblak has returned to training after a month sidelined, yet Simeone refused to confirm if he would displace deputy Juan Musso.
Despite holding a two-goal advantage, the manager remains cautious, stating: “I’ve still not given the line-up. So I still have time to decide.”
Captain Koke emphasized the need for bravery against Barcelona’s high-pressing system, urging his teammates to view the match as a “final.”
With defensive regulars missing through injury and suspension, Robin Le Normand and Clement Lenglet are expected to anchor the backline.
Reflecting on his relationship with Simeone, Koke noted: “For me, as a player, nobody has given me as much as he has.”