Reina rejects Atletico talk

27 June 2011 15:58
iverpool goalkeeper Jose Reina has moved quickly to reject rumours linking him with a switch to Spanish outfit Atletico Madrid.[LNB] The Primera Liga outfit are set to find themselves without a first-choice goalkeeper once David de Gea completes his proposed move to Manchester United.[LNB]The youngster arrived in England on Monday to undergo a medical and is close to putting the finishing touches to a big-money transfer.[LNB]Speculation has already begun to circulate regarding who may be drafted in by Atletico as his replacement.[LNB]Liverpool number one Reina has been touted as a possible candidate, after spending the last six years away from his homeland.[LNB]The Reds ace has given short shrift to the rumours, though, by insisting that he remains fully committed to the Anfield cause.[LNB]He told La Gaceta: "I know Atletico are looking for a goalkeeper, but I won't be changing colours.[LNB]"I have a five-year contract and I'm happy at Liverpool."[LNB]Reina will come into direct competition with De Gea next season and he believes the 20-year-old will be a resounding success at Old Trafford.[LNB]He said: "I very much welcome this news because David is a great keeper. [LNB]"When it becomes official he is going to start working to prove in the Premier League what a good goalkeeper he is."

Source: Team_Talk