During the summer of 2023, Atlético de Madrid expressed an interest in acquiring Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg as a target midfielder. This interest led to an unsuccessful attempt when Atlético approached Tottenham on the final day of the transfer window to propose a loan deal. However, Tottenham rejected the offer, and despite Hojbjerg's eagerness to join Atlético, he stayed in London for another season. Following this, he has signed with Marseille.

Despite interest from Atletico Madrid, Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg has decided to move to Ligue 1.

Hojbjerg is also believed to be on Atletico Madrid’s list as a cheaper alternative to Chelsea’s Conor Gallagher.

Atletico Madrid are on the hunt for a new midfielder, and Tottenham's Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg is seemingly their most preferred option given he could be available on a cut-price deal.