Report: Manchester United want Koke if Juan Mata joins Atletico Madrid

Man Utd to swap Mata for Koke?

Manchester United will not let Juan Mata join Atletico Madrid unless Koke comes the other way, according to reports.

Mata has been linked with a move away from Old Trafford this season, with Diego Simeone apparently identifying him as a transfer target.

However, The Metro claims that United want 22-year-old midfielder Koke from Atletico in exchange for the former Chelsea playmaker.

Mata has struggled to establish himself in Louis van Gaal's first team this season.

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