Brazilian Atlético Mineiro will make a new offer for Independiente defender Kevin Lomónaco. According to the Argentine News Agency, the Belo Horizonte club, the recent runner-up of the Copa Sudamericana, is acting on the explicit request of its Argentine coach, Jorge Sampaoli. Atlético Mineiro plans to offer for half of the player's card, while Independiente has valued the remaining 70% at 10 million dollars. In addition to the Brazilian team, Greek Panathinaikos and a Turkish club have also inquired about the 24-year-old defender. This interest comes as Europe's transfer window and the deadline for player registration for the UEFA Europa League are approaching. Atlético Mineiro has an advantage, as the Brazilian transfer window does not close until March 3, giving them a month to negotiate with Independiente for the defender's arrival. The departure of Lomónaco would be a major blow for Independiente's coach, Gustavo Quinteros, who has yet to secure a win in the early stages of the tournament and could lose his star player amidst the club's unfavorable economic situation, making it difficult to find a replacement on the market.
