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'Saul wants to feel more important' - Simeone admits Atletico star could depart amid Barcelona & Man Utd links

The Argentine head coach says he will give the midfielder a "big hug" and wish him luck if he secures a move away from Wanda Metropolitano

Diego Simeone has admitted that Saul Niguez could leave Atletico Madrid this summer amid links with Barcelona and Manchester United.

Saul has spent his entire career to date on Atletico's books, but it has been reported that the 26-year-old is eager to call time on his illustrious spell at Wanda Metropolitano and undertake a new challenge.

Simeone has now confirmed that Saul is unsatisfied with his current role in the team, and says he won't stand in his way if the club receive a suitable offer from a potential suitor in the coming weeks.