Manchester United have opened dialogue with the agent of Atletico Madrid star Saul Niguez and could be set to beat Liverpool to the midfielder, according to transfer guru, Fabrizio Romano.
The 26-year-old has spent his entire career at Wanda Metropolitano save for a season-long loan stint with Rayo Vallecano. That was eight years ago and he has since become an integral part of the Atletico side, making 337 appearances. The Spain international has enjoyed 227 LaLiga outings, bagging 26 goals and has silverware to show for his efforts.
He was part of the side that claimed the 2020-2021 Spanish top-flight title, scoring two goals from 33 appearances. Capped 19 times by Spain, he was not part of Luis Enrique’s La Roja squad that finished third at Euro 2020.
Reports claimed that £43m would be enough for United to get a deal over the line.
The inclusion of Saul to Ole’s side would mean a new dynamic heading into 2021-22. Distinguished journalist Fabrizio Romano has now had his say on the matter.
Talking to The United Stand the Italian transfer guru suggests United have already started the ball rolling.
“Manchester United are among the clubs that have been in contact with Saul Niguez’s agent,” he said. “They have an interest in the player and consider him ‘one of the biggest opportunities on the market’.
“€40-45m (£34m-£38m) will get a deal done, no bid yet.”