According to reports in Italy and Spain, Tiago Mendes is very close to ending his Juventus nightmare, and signing for Atletico Madrid.

Tiago only signed for the Bianconeri last year for €13m, however he has been a huge flop in Turin, making just 10 Serie A starts, and becoming synonymous with the much-maligned sporting director Alessio Secco.

Juve have been trying to find a buyer for Tiago for several months now, and Atletico Madrid wanted to sign the midfielder in January, only to be put off by his asking price.

The Spaniards have now resurrected their interest, and according to reports in Italy and Spain, they are very close to agreeing a transfer fee for the player.

Juve are asking for €12m, while Atletico are prepared to pay €11m. With just €1m separating the two sides, and with Tiago having already given his consent too, it now seems only a matter of time until the Portuguese international joins Atletico.

Tiago, who has won 37 caps for his county, has also previously played for Braga, Benfica and Chelsea, winning league championships in England and France

Ref From Gianni Wilson - goal.com