Atletico Madrid plan Mata talks

Spanish giants Atletico Madrid are expected to began negotiations with Manchester United over a summer move for Juan Mata.

It has been recently speculated that the 28-year-old could be shown the exit door, shown Jose Mourinho take over the managerial reigns at the end of the season.

A host of Chinese clubs have been linked with the Spaniard's signature, but according to Fichajes, a return to La Liga could be in the offing.

It is added that the Basque outfit are confident of wrapping up a deal for the player between now and the end of campaign.

Mata has earned 39 caps with his national side.