07 Dec 2022 08:47:37
Good Morning ED002

I think it was the summer of 2021 you mentioned Klopp was interested in Saul Niguez before he went on loan to Chelsea.

With Keita, AOC, Milner more than likely to leave in the 2023 Summer, would Saul Niguez still be in the thoughts of the club?

I remember you saying he signed a staggering 9-year contract in 2017 meaning it does not run out until 2026 and Athleti wanted his huge wages off the books.

Or has that ship well and truly sailed now?

Regards

KR65.

{Ed002's Note - Saul Niguez (CM) Chelsea had an option on Saul but did not take it up as he failed to setle in England and they were looking to integrate Conor Gallagher. Him failing to settle would remove the interest of other English sides. He was apparently not discussed at a recent meeting between Chelsea and Atletico discussing another player. Two other sides have asked to be kept informed of the situation and a couple of others might declare an interest - most notable is Barcelona who are trying to balance extending youngsters, raising funds through sales and adding some experience but may let Kessie leave. A cheap solution.}

1.) 07 Dec 2022
07 Dec 2022 12:33:18
Would that be Felix, Ed?

{Ed002's Note - Yes.}

2.) 07 Dec 2022
07 Dec 2022 16:59:04
Am I right in saying you were a big big fan of Saul?

Any reasons in particular he didn’t settle well in England?

Cheers.

{Ed002's Note - No I am not a "big fan" of Saul.}

3.) 07 Dec 2022
07 Dec 2022 17:12:51
Ahh my mistake then!

4.) 07 Dec 2022
07 Dec 2022 21:09:46
You might be thinking of Ed1 - he rated him very highly a few years back.

5.) 08 Dec 2022
08 Dec 2022 11:07:40
Saul looked one of the best midfielder in the world not long ago, hence Atleti signed him up for so long. I wonder if it’s that deal which has subconsciously made him slack off a little? He fell out of favour a little at Atleti and made no impact at Chelsea.

6.) 08 Dec 2022
08 Dec 2022 16:15:23
Prefer the lawyer personally.

Sa'll good, man.