Manchester United would be taking a step backwards by swapping Paul Pogba for Saul Niguez in midfield, according to Carlton Palmer.
The Atletico Madrid star has reportedly emerged as a United transfer target amid Pogba’s uncertainty. The Frenchman has entered the final year of his deal, but no signs of an extension have emerged. In fact, he has apparently dismissed the offer of a new deal in the hope of attracting PSG interest.
As such, Saul who has been at Atletico his whole career became a firm target for United.
Former Premier League footballer Carlton Palmer says swapping Pogba for Saul would be a bad move.
“I think that’s a backward step if you’re letting Pogba go and bringing in somebody like that,” the pundit told Transfer Tavern.
“Listen, he’s technically very good and he’s a good football player, but he’s not on the same level as Pogba.
“So for me, it’s a non-starter.”
Saul signed a mind-blowing nine-year deal at Atletico in 2017. He may only be four years into that arrangement, but doubt has emerged over his future.