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Atletico Madrid’s interest in Andy Robertson has quieted a bit, and the potential reason has appeared.

Earlier this month, news broke that the Spanish giants have Andy Robertson as their top target at left-back this summer.

Andy Robertson has spent eight years on Merseyside, winning everything possible in English football, and he has played a key role in those trophy lifts?

However, he has seen his performances drop over the last year or two.

Liverpool have signed a new left-back in Milos Kerkez, sparking widespread reports that Robertson could leave this summer.

Atletico were said to be willing to sign him, having made him their primary left-back target for this summer.

The Spanish giants need cover at left-back after both Reinildo and César Azpilicueta prepare to leave the Wanda Metropolitano this summer.

Javi Galán featured in 21 La Liga matches last season but has not been convincing as a long-term solution, prompting Atletico to explore an established alternative.

Atletico, it was said, saw Robertson as a bargain given his contract situation at Anfield, with just one year remaining.

The defender was also said to be open to moving to the Spanish capital, and all the signs pointed to the interest being sustained into the summer window, given that he was said to be their primary left-back target.

However, it appears that Atletico Madrid have quickly moved on from their pursuit of Robertson.

According to the reliable Fabrizio Romano, Diego Simeone’s side has reached an agreement to sign a new left-back, Matteo Ruggeri.

According to the journalist, Atletico have agreed a deal to sign the 22-year-old, with his medical already booked.

Atletico’s latest move seemingly closes the door to a potential move for Robertson, who is unlikely to leave Liverpool unless he is guaranteed game time elsewhere.

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