The Brazilian central defender appreciated the reinforcements that have arrived to the team and is aware that the level must be maintained to continue to keep his place in the starting line up.

The rojiblancos trained for an hour and a quarter with the presence of players from youth level to cover the absence of the internationals who are with their respective countries. In the afternoon there will be another session at 19.00.

Koke, Óliver and Manquillo, three of our most successful youth players have extended their contracts with Atletico Madrid until 2018.

The defender signs for two seasons for Manchester City. Meanwhile, Leandro Cabrera has departed the club.

The Belgian and French internationals join Atletico to bring more competitiveness and resources ahead of a season full of important competitions.

David Villa was got off the mark in the League with Atletico, scoring the first goal against Real Sociedad. The Spaniard was happy for the win and for getting on thee score sheet again.

The keeper said the team had the ability to win in a plce as difficult to go as Anoeta stadium. In the end the three points are in the bag thanks to the scoring ability of Villa and Koke and the keepers stops in the final minutes.

The match at Anoeta went as the team wanted despite the goal in the second half. Simeone welcomes the nine points gained but does not look back. Next target, Almeria.

Excellent match from Atletico Madrid who were superior to Real Sociedad . Villa scored his first league goal for the club and Koke doubled the lead, Xabi Prieto pulled one back and Courtois was the hero at the end with two great saves.

The Madrid striker will be under the command of Fernando Vazquez at Deportivo to keep growing as a player.