Atletico Madrid are serious about a move for Aston Villa fullback Matty Cash.

Atletico need to find a replacement for Kieran Trippier after his move to Newcastle United last month.

And Cash now tops their shopping list.

Italian transfer expert Fabrizio Romano said today: "Atletico Madrid are seriously interested in signing Matty Cash for next season.

"Direct contacts started in January and he's still on the Atléti list as a potential new right back for Diego Simeone, highly appreciated.

"Cash will be on the Atletico list again for sure."