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Transfer news: Manchester United and Liverpool exploring Saul Niguez deal

Saul Niguez
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Saul Niguez's agent is set to travel to England to try and secure a move to the Premier League for his client, according to reports.

The Spain international has been linked with a move away from Atletico Madrid in recent weeks.

Liverpool and Manchester United are also said to be keeping tabs on Saul's status as the new Premier League season approaches.

According to the Daily Mirror, the Spaniard's representatives are planning a trip to England to try and drum up further interest.

It is mandatory for players plying their trade in Spain to have buyout clauses in their contracts, and Saul's stands at a huge £125m.

Diego Simeone considers Saul to be expendable and only handed him 22 starts during last season's triumphant La Liga campaign.

Ole Gunnar Solskjaer may be poised to turn his attention to bolstering his team's midfield, and Saul has reportedly come under consideration.

Liverpool are also thought to be keen, though, and Saul's representatives are hoping to speak to both clubs in the next few days.

That means that a bid of around £35m from either Liverpool or United could be sufficient to land Saul.

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