Yannick Carrasco and Nicolas Gaitan are set to join Chinese Super League side Dalian Yifang for undisclosed fees, the La Liga club announced on Monday afternoon.
An Atletico statement said: “Our club has reached an agreement with Chinese side Dalian Yifang for the transfer of Yannick Carrasco. A player of great talent, who has always proved his commitment to our colours, leaves us. We wish him the best of luck in a new chapter of his career in China.”
Atletico have not confirmed a fee but reports in Spain have claimed Dalian Yifang have paid €30 million to acquire the Belgium international winger, with his former club Monaco set to get 25 percent of the sale.
Carrasco has scored three goals and set up four more in 17 league appearances this season, eight as a starter.
Atletico also confirmed Gaitan’s departure, saying: “From Atletico, we wish to thank his commitment while wearing the Rojiblanco colours. We say goodbye to a great footballer who always worked hard for this club.”
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