Altetico Madrid Coach Explains Saul Niguez Situation

DBasia.news – Atletico Madrid coach, Diego Simeone, has finally opened up about the situation of one of his midfielders, Saul Niguez.

Saul is actually one of Atletico’s mainstays in the midfield in recent seasons. His duet with Koke succeeded in bringing Los Rojiblancos to one of the most respected teams in Europe.

Saul’s contribution was also quite large in Atletico’s success in winning LaLiga last season. He appeared in 33 matches with two goals and one assist.

However, this success did not satisfy Saul. He actually felt uncomfortable with the game system that was applied by Atletico.

Simeone acknowledged this. Therefore he could not do much to stop the departure of one of his favorite players.

“Last season he (Saul) spoke with the club, with us about his needs and what he talked about was the option to have a position on the pitch where he feels more important,” Simeone told AS.

“I consider Saul to be Saul playing everywhere, but he or many people around him see it as something negative.”

“He is very important for Atletico because he can play as full-back, right wing, midfielder. He gave us a lot of options to be able to count on.”

Saul’s name was linked with Barcelona. He was included in the planned exchange with Antoine Griezmann even though it was ultimately canceled.

Simeone said he would not hold back Saul’s departure. The player is being hunted by a number of Premier League giants.

“If he has to leave, give him a warm hug, wish him the very best who gave us life to continue to be friends. Either to Barcelona or elsewhere,” said Simeone again.

Liverpool are now the strongest candidate for the latest port candidate in Saul’s career. But Manchester United are also prepared to turn around if Paul Pogba’s future is not certain.

Atletico itself does not need to panic if Saul really leaves. They have found a replacement in Rodrigo de Paul.