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Koke has cited Luis Enrique as a potential replacement for Diego Simeone at Atletico Madrid.
Luis Enrique left his position as Spain boss after they were dumped out of the World Cup round of 16 on penalties by Morocco on Tuesday.
AS reported the former Barcelona coach could be a target for Manchester United and Atletico, despite both clubs having their positions currently filled.
Simeone has been Atletico head coach since 2011, leading the team to two league titles and a pair of Europa League triumphs, while they also finished Champions League runners-up in both the 2013-14 and 2015-16 campaigns.
But a poor start to this season which sees them fifth in La Liga and out of the Champions League at the group stage has fuelled rumours Simeone could leave the club.
Atletico midfielder Koke was part of the Spain team that crashed out of the World Cup, ultimately costing Luis Enrique his job, yet the midfielder still believes the 52-year-old would be a suitable replacement for Simeone.
“Luis Enrique is a spectacular manager and coach,” Koke told reporters. “It’s a different idea than what we have now at Atletico, but why not?”
Atletico’s CEO, Miguel Angel Gil Marin, also spoke of his interest in bringing Luis Enrique to the club, telling TVE: “I really like him personally and professionally. I think he has the talent to coach any team in our league.
“It is clear that he adds up for everyone. For the media, for the players and for the clubs because he offers performance. I think he is good.”
