Simeone extends contract with Atletico Madrid until 2027

Atletico Madrid head coach Diego Simeone has renewed his contract with the club until June 30, 2027.

The 53-year-old Diego Simeone has been coaching Atletico Madrid since December 2011. So far, he is the longest consecutive coach of the same team in La Liga, and he has coached the most games in Atletico Madrid history (642 games). And the head coach who has led his team to win the most championships (8 times).

During his 12 years coaching Atletico Madrid, Simeone led the team to win 2 La Liga titles, 1 Copa del Rey, 2 Europa League titles, 2 European Super Cup titles and 1 Spanish Super Cup title. In addition, he also led the team to the Champions League final twice.

According to previous reports in Spanish media, Simeone accepted a salary cut during this contract extension and expressed an understanding of the club's economic needs.