Diego Simone has signed a contract with Atlético Madrid through the 2020 season and he is optimistic about their continued success and growth.

Asked about the club's aims, he told reporters: "To be at least, for the next three years, in third place or better and to have economic stability that allows us to grow in sporting terms.

"It is not going to be easy, because our rivals, in this case Sevilla, Valencia, Villarreal, grow as well - they work hard. 

"But we have to stay on our path. We have to try and grow in sporting terms, of course growing accordingly to what our budget allows. But our path is clear, to improve every year.

"I think this is the best thing the club has, very clear ideas. This allows us all to push forward in the same direction."