As revealed by Goal.com on Tuesday, Atletico are keen on signing the Mexican forward from Manchester United. Javier Hernandez joined Sir Alex Ferguson's side from Guadalajara in 2010 and has proved a popular player in his time at Old Trafford, but the striker has seen his opportunities limited since the summer signing of Robin van Persie.

Although he has hit 12 goals in 22 games this term, the 24-year-old could be tempted by the first-team football on offer at the Vicente Calderon, as well as the lifestyle and language in Spain. Atletico would be willing to pay around £15 million for Hernandez, the amount they are asking for Adrian Lopez, who may leave along with Falcao in the summer.