Atletico Madrid's revival under new coach Diego Simeone continued on Monday as Diego Godin fired the winner in a battling 1-0 victory at Osasuna that lifted Atletico up to seventh in La Liga.

The Uruguay defender bundled in from close range at a corner just before the break and forwards Adrian and Radamel Falcao missed gilt-edged chances to extend the lead.

Liverpool are the latest club to be linked with a move for Atletico Madrid defender Diego Godin who has reiterated his desire to move to the Premier League.
The Uruguay international was strongly linked with a switch to Chelsea over the summer but it appears as though Andre Villas-Boas will now move to sign the cheaper option in Bolton centre-back Gary Cahill.

By CALEB SONNELAND

With the second half of the Europa League group stages kicking off today, the English Premier League quartet involved in the competition are sitting pretty in their respective groups.

Tottenham and Stoke City sit atop Groups A and E, respectively, on seven points, while Birmingham City is tied for the top spot with Club Brugge on six points — the two sides clash today.

Liverpool owners Fenway Sports Group (FSG) want manager Kenny Dalglish to sell members of his squad before they will allow him to spend the cash again.
The Reds have already embarked in a £40million recruitment drive this summer, resulting in Stewart Downing, Jordan Henderson, Charlie Adam and Alexander Doni being signed.

Reds Eye Godin Move

According to The Telegraph, Uruguayan central defender Diego Godin is believed to be on Kenny Dalglish's radar in order to solidify Liverpool's defensive line. With Carragher ageing and Agger injury-prone, Liverpool were always believed to be in for a centre back during the summer transfer window, and their interest in Godin exemplifies that.

Liverpool set sights on Uruguay defender Diego Godin but must clear-out unwanted players first

Kenny Dalglish will offload deadwood before addressing defensive worries and moving for Diego Godin.

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Chelsea's plan to rejuvenate the team may also filled with the addition of another defender, despite already signing David Luiz in the summer, as one of their transfer target, Diego Godin, has open the door for a move to Stamford Bridge.

The Uruguayan international revealed that playing at the Blues with definitely be a step forward in his career as at the moment Roman Abramovic's team are certainly bigger than Atletico Madrid or his former club, Villareal.

According to Diego Forlan, Atletico Madrid have turned down a offer for rivals Real Madrid for him.

"Real Madrid contacted (Atletico's majority shareholder) Miguel Angel Gil and he rejected the offer," said Forlan. "Gil spoke with my representative and told them he had rejected it and there's nothing more to add.

Atletico Madrid have turned down a £52 million double bid from Chelsea for Sergio Aguero and Diego Godin according to Atletico president Miguel Angel Gil.

Real Madrid were also after Aguero while Chelsea were the sole bidders for Uruguay defending Godin.

"In the last week we have received two offers," he told the club's website.

By Chris Wright

Reports in the Spanish press yesterday were carrying quotes supposedly attributed to Miguel Angel Gil, in which Atletico Madrid's majority shareholder claimed that Chelsea had made an audacious €60 million 'double bid' for both striker Sergio Aguero and centre-back Diego Godin.

Atletico Madrid have turned down a £52 million double bid from Chelsea for Sergio Aguero and Diego Godin according to Atletico president Miguel Angel Gil.

Real Madrid were also after Aguero while Chelsea were the sole bidders for Uruguay defending Godin.

"In the last week we have received two offers," he told the club's website.

According to the London Evening Standard, Chelsea have denied the rumor that they have made a £52million bid for Atletico Madrid duo Sergio Aguero and Diego Godin. A spokesman said,

"We never comment on transfer speculation, no matter how wild it is.

Breaking news tonight that Chelsea have had a bid worth 52m Euro's rejected by Atletico Madrid from Sergio Aguero and Diego Godin. The BBC has covered the story here.
For me it's very interesting because as you can imagine the rumours and speculation will run wild now until the window closes at the end of this month, but after Carlo spoke last night and stated that Luiz was the only one, it now seems as though Carlo was pulling our leg or in fact he isn't aware once again of the Owner's intentions.

In the Mirror this morning, rumours are also rife that Chelsea are looking to bolster their defensive and attacking options by looking at Diego Godin and Diego Forlan at Athletico Madrid.
Godin is valued at £15m and would provide cover for Alex who remains out for another month. For me I haven't really seen alot of this bloke so would need your opinions for those who have seen him.