Manchester united bid for godin rejected as defender closes in on new atletico deal

It seems like Manchester United's bid for Diego Godín has been rejected, and the defender is instead closing in on a new deal with Atlético Madrid.

According to reports, Godín's current contract with Atlético is set to expire in June 2020, but the club is keen to extend his stay at the Wanda Metropolitano. The 33-year-old Uruguayan international has been a key player for Atlético, helping the team win the Europa League and La Liga title in recent years.

Manchester United had been linked with a move for Godín, who has also been a target for other top European clubs. However, it appears that Atlético are determined to keep him at the club, and Godín is reportedly open to extending his contract.

This news may come as a blow to Manchester United, who have been looking to strengthen their defense this summer. Godín would have been a quality addition to the team, bringing experience and leadership to the backline.

It will be interesting to see how Manchester United respond to this setback, and whether they will pursue other targets to strengthen their defense.