Koke reveals why he ignored Barça to remain at Atletico Madrid

Koke reveals why he ignored Barça to remain at Atletico Madrid

Atletico Madrid midfielder Koke spoke to ‘Al Primer Toque’ on Onda Cero and, among other things, admitted that there was once contact with FC Barcelona.

Koke was one of the players the Catalan club had on their list as potential signings for the future, but he preferred to stay at the Vicente Calderon. 

When he was asked about an offer from Barcelona and the Blaugrana’s interest in his services, Koke didn’t deny it, but his answer was limited.

He said: “Something happened. We just won La Liga [2014]. Now Atletico are in their best moment, which maybe won’t be repeated for years. In one hundred and something years of Atletico, I am here for the best years. How can I leave? How can I lose this?

“I’m not looking for money. I am looking for happiness and Atletico is my home, where I have grown. You have to be Atleti in the good times and the bad times.”