OMNISPORT

If Atletico Madrid's passage through to the UEFA Champions League quarter-finals was not already cause for celebration, news of Diego Simeone's imminent contract extension will surely do the trick.

Natalia - the sister and agent of Diego - revealed just moments after Atletico edged Bayer Leverkusen 3-2 in a penalty shoot-out on Tuesday that the Argentinean boss is days away from extending his deal beyond 2017.

Reports suggest the 44-year-old's new deal will run through to 2020.

Simeone is out of contract at the end of the 2016-17 campaign and he has been linked with a move to Manchester City at the end of the season.

But Natalia told Teledeporte that her brother is close to committing his future to the Madrid club.

"If Atletico fans are happy today [after qualifying for the quarter-finals of the Champions League] they will be happier in the coming days," Natalia said.

"He really believes in his work and that of his players, he was confident about tonight. Hard work always pays off.

"Simeone always put his passion in everything, the day he no longer does that he'll do something else."

Simeone has become one of the most sought-after coaches in Europe since taking the reins in 2011, guiding Atletico to a remarkable La Liga title last season, as well as a runner-up finish in the Champions League.

The Copa del Rey, Supercopa de Espana, UEFA Europa League and UEFA Super Cup are also among Simeone's achievements at the Vicente Calderon.