César Azpilicueta, who is currently 35, is expected to end his contract with Atlético de Madrid after spending two seasons at the club. Despite his substantial salary, Atlético de Madrid is contemplating either not renewing his contract or offering him a reduced salary. Celta de Vigo has expressed interest in signing the seasoned defender as they aim to bolster their defense. The fact that Azpilicueta's friend, Marcos Alonso, is at Celta, along with the club's ambitions for European competitions, might make the team an appealing destination for Azpilicueta. His tactical versatility is seen as a good fit for Celta's defensive strategy under coach Claudio Giráldez.