SAUL NIGUEZ NEWS

Sent off Tuesday Saul was sent off during the second half of Tuesday's clash with Mallorca.

Impact Saul was shown a straight red card late during Tuesday's clash. The midfielder will now be suspended for at least one match, and could be suspended longer than that. With Saul set for a ban Lucien Agoume could step into a larger role in the first team.

AUGUST 27, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Plays well in Sevilla debut Saul had four shots (one on target), created one chance and made four tackles (three won) during Friday's 2-1 loss against Villarreal.

Impact Saul made his league debut with Sevilla after missing the opener to serve a suspension from last season. And the midfielder was as good as advertised on both ends, being very disruptive without the ball and finding room to go up the field and step into opposition's box to finish plays. Given the first impression he left, Saul profiles as an easy pick for the starting XI moving forward.

AUGUST 26, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Suspension over Saul completed his one-game suspension in Friday's draw against Las Palmas and will be eligible to face Villarreal on Friday.

Impact Saul missed the season opener since he picked up a ban in the final match of the 2023/24 campaign. The midfielder should be a regular in Sevilla's midfield now that he's available to future.

AUGUST 19, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play in Liga opener Saul won't play in the 2024/25 Liga opener against Las Palmas on Friday due to a yellow card ban pending from the previous 2023/24 campaign.

Impact Saul was booked in the final match of the 2023/24 season while he was playing for Atletico Madrid, and that resulted in a ban that was transferred to the opening match of this upcoming campaign. This means Sevilla will be pretty thin in midfield depth to face Las Palmas, as Albert Sambi Lokonga (neck) is also at risk of missing that contest. Saul will be able to make his league debut with Sevilla against Villarreal on Aug. 23.

AUGUST 12, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Heading to Sevilla Niguez has agreed on a move to Sevilla on loan from Atletico Madrid ahead of the 2024/25 season, with an option to purchase.

Impact Saul was used mostly on the bench for Atletico Madrid for the second season in a row. He recorded 14 starts in 34 appearances. totaling a goal with four assists while generating 64 tackles (39 won), 49 clearances and 16 crosses (five won). The midfielder will remain in Spain as he will join Sevilla for a season long loan, with an option to make it permanent.

JULY 16, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Remains bench option Saul made just 14 starts (34 appearances) scoring once and assisting four times in La Liga.

Impact Saul was a bench option for the second season in a row, as his starting days are seemingly behind him. The midfielder is still productive when called upon, he just isn't a starter day-to-day anymore. Still five goal contributions from 1,363 minutes is a productive showing. Saul will continue to produce on both sides of the ball when called upon to start.

MAY 30, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Earns bench spot Saul (undisclosed) is on the bench for Tuesday's match against Dortmund.

Impact Saul is making his return to the team sheet Tuesday, missing no time after being subbed off early against Girona on Saturday due to an undisclosed issue. He will most likely continue on the bench moving forward even though he is fit, as he serves in more of a rotational role, only starting in 19 of his 39 appearances this campaign.

APRIL 16, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Makes squad list Saul (undisclosed) appears to be an option for Tuesday's match against Dortmund after being named to the squad list.

Impact Saul's injury does not appear to be all that serious, as after leaving the field early Saturday due to an undisclosed issue, he has now been listed to the squad list. If selected for the team sheet, he will most likely only serve off the bench, still getting time off the bench, as he has played in more of a rotational role this campaign, starting in 19 of his 39 appearances this season.

APRIL 15, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Off in first half Saul was forced off in the first half of Saturday's match against Girona with an injury.

Impact Saul left the match in the 40th minute, succumbing to injury and being replaced by Alvaro Morata. The extent of Saul's injury should be revealed in the buildup to Tuesday's Champions League clash with Dortmund.

APRIL 13, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Scores winning goal Monday Saul scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) and one cross (zero accurate) in Monday's 2-1 victory versus Villarreal. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 92nd...

Impact Saul was at the right place and time to score the game-winning goal, though he also deserves credit for placing his effort right out of Filip Jorgensen's reach with elite composure in the 87th minute. This was Saul's first goal in the current league campaign, and it could be a decisive goal in Atletico's quest to earn a Champions League berth for the 2024-25 season.

APRIL 5, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Set for suspension return Saul is back from his one-game suspension and will be available to face Las Palmas on Saturday.

Impact Saul missed the 1-0 loss to Sevilla due to yellow-card accumulation, but the central midfielder should be available when Atletico faces Las Palmas on Saturday. It's uncertain whether he'll start or not, as he's alternated between the starting lineup and the bench throughout the campaign.

FEBRUARY 12, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Suspended Sunday Saul will not be available versus Sevilla on Sunday after picking up his fifth yellow card of the season.

Impact Saul has been booked in three of the club's last four matches, leading to his accumulation suspension. The midfielder has started just three of his last seven appearances, so he is far from a lock to start even when available. January signing Arthur Vermeeren could be back in the starting XI with Saul on the shelf.

FEBRUARY 5, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Shoots once versus Granada Saul recorded one shot (zero on goal), one cross (one accurate) and one chance created in Monday's 1-0 victory over Granada. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 72nd min...

Impact Saul started nine of Atletico's opening 13 matches but has only started four of the 13 since then. including this one. He won two of his four tackles and made two clearances on top of his attacking contributions, while his sole shot of the game was his only attempt at goal in his last five appearances.

JANUARY 25, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Attempts three shots Saul registered three shots (zero on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and one chance created in Wednesday's 2-0 victory over Lazio.

Impact Saul had not attempted more than two shots during any of his Champions League and La Liga games since the beginning of Atletico Madrid's season up to now. He finished this UCL season's group stage with one goal and three created chances across six appearances (four starts).

DECEMBER 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores from the bench Saul came off the bench to score with his only effort at goal in Tuesday's 6-0 victory versus Celtic.

Impact Saul scored his first of the season when a wayward shot fell to him in the box, putting the chance away at the second time of asking. The midfielder has had to settle for a place on the bench for the last two games (in all competitions) with Pablo Barrios the preferred option, but he could easily return to the starting XI for Sunday's clash with Villarreal.

NOVEMBER 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Busy defensively in UCL win Saul created one chance, made one tackle, five clearances, two interceptions and one block and was shown a yellow card during Wednesday's 3-2 Champions League win over Feyenoord.

Impact Saul couldn't have his usual input on the attacking end but more than made up for that with all the help provided on defense, with the opposition having some stretches of heavy pressure. Over his last four appearances in all competitions, the midfielder has displayed some untapped two-way upside, with three assists, six chances created, 10 tackles and 15 clearances.

OCTOBER 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Assists against Cadiz Saul assisted once to go with two shots (zero on goal) and three chances created in Sunday's 3-2 win against Cadiz.

Impact Saul assisted the winner by Angel Correa in the 66th minute. He created two big chances, completed one dribble and also made two tackles and one clearance. He has played seven games this season. He also leads the assist chart with four assists along with Alex Baena and Largie Ramazani.

OCTOBER 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Brace of assists Saul assisted twice to go with one shot (one on target), three crosses (two accurate) and two chances created in Sunday's 3-1 win versus Real Madrid.

Impact Saul got his second straight start and logged in his first two assists of the season to help give the win Sunday. It was also his third start in four matches while logging in two league starts in five appearances thus far.

SEPTEMBER 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Provides assist in win Saul assisted once to go with zero corners and two chances created in Monday's 7-0 victory against Rayo Vallecano.

Impact Saul picked up his first assist of the season, as he delivered a beautiful one-touch through ball to Alvaro Morata. The midfielder also recorded his first two chances created of the season, and his first three clearances.

AUGUST 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Makes four straight starts to end year Saul made 15 starts in 36 appearances in all competitions, recording three goals and one assist with 52 tackles (32 won) and 31 clearances.

Impact Saul was given time to play towards the end of the season, but only made 11 starts in league play. His form has dropped in recent seasons that forced him to fall in the depth chart, with Thomas Lemar the favorite to come off the bench or start over him. The midfielder signed a huge nine-year deal back in 2017, leaving him with two more seasons left with the club, unless he gets sent on loan for the upcoming 2023/24 campaign.

JUNE 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Starts and scores again Saul scored one goal to go with two shots (two on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and one chance created in Wednesday's 3-3 draw versus Espanyol.

Impact Saul was part of Atletico Madrid's starting XI again after scoring a rocket Sunday against Osasuna. He did not disappoint, logging another goal but with a contribution from Yannick Carrasco.

MAY 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Drills rocket to score Sunday Saul scored one goal to go with four shots (one on goal) and one cross (zero accurate) in Sunday's 3-0 victory versus Osasuna.

Impact Saul found the back of the net midway through the second half with an absolute rocket, as he pounced on a rebound inside the box and drilled an impossible shot for Sergio Herrera. The former Chelsea midfielder scored for the first time since late January, but given he's made just two starts in that span, he doesn't carry a lot of fantasy upside on an overall basis.

MAY 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

First goal of season Saul scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) in Sunday's 1-0 victory over Osasuna.

Impact Saul knocked in his first goal of a season to give Atletico the win on Sunday. Paul Barrios is the preferred midfielder over the 28-year-old, however he does receive a decent amount of playing time with 10 starts in 20 appearances. In that span, he has totaled a goal, and assist, and 35 tackles (21 won).

JANUARY 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Picks up yellow card as sub Saul played one minute and picked up a yellow card in Sunday's 1-1 draw at Almeria.

Impact Saul could not do much during his very limited time in the field in the road draw. But the midfielder did receive his sixth yellow card so far. He's been in and out the starting XI in the season, logging 10 starts in 18 appearances.

JANUARY 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Completes suspension Saul completed his one-match suspension during Sunday's 1-1 draw with Espanyol.

Impact Saul had started three of the previous four matches before his suspension. He now has one more chance to play before the World Cup during Wednesday's trip to Mallorca. If he can start over Yannick Carrasco, Saul could get a chance to feature on the left flank or in central-midfield.

NOVEMBER 7, 2022 • ROTOWIRE