Atletico Madrid coach Diego Simeone insists Adrian Lopez is in his plans.
The striker is considering his future after being dropped for the opening game of the season.
"I have been very clear with my players and I told them that they shouldn't be surprised to see a player in the stands one week and in the starting XI the following week," said Simeone.
"My team is constructed to get through each game as best as we can."
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