Why Pep could sell Aguero
The Belgium international has enjoyed some superb form this season, scoring the winning goal in the Champions League victory over Bayern Munich before netting a hat trick in the 7-1 thrashing of Granada.
Carrasco - who also struck the late winner in the 1-0 win away to Rostov on Wednesday - had been linked with a possible move to Chelsea next year as a result of his exceptional displays, though he maintained that he wanted to stay at the Vicente Calderon.
The 23-year-old is delighted to have signed a new deal that will keep him tied to the capital city club until 2022.
Speaking to the club’s official website as the news was announced, he said: “I’m very happy to continue for many years more with Atletico Madrid.”
Sporting director Jose Luis Perez Caminero added: “It’s great news for all Atleticos. We’re talking about a very young player, but one with huge personality, capable of pulling the team along when they need it.
“His speed and dribbling give us a lot of options in attack. He also boasts a great shot, as we’ve been able to see with his recent goals, which has made him into a very dangerous player. We’re very happy that we can have him with us for a long time, because he is the class of player that can enormously improve our group.”
