"Atletico" can quickly strengthen with M.Petrov © EuroFootball.com

Recently, "Chelsea" acquired striker Mateja Kežman from London, while "Espanyol" signed versatile midfielder Maxi Rodriguez from Barcelona. In the near future, Madrid may also strengthen their defense with Bulgarian goalkeeper Martin Petrov.

"The clubs want to finalize the transfer details and I hope, - said "Atletico" sports director Toni Munoz. - that this will be done in less than 24 hours."

"Our priority is Petrov," said T. Munoz. - Money is not the most important thing, but the clubs still need to come to a final agreement, as everything is already agreed with the player."

The Madrid club has already started their preseason preparation with their new coach, Argentine Carlos Bianchi."