SAUL NIGUEZ NEWS

Back in training Saul (thigh) has returned to group training, according to his club.

Impact Saul has rejoined the team for training, the first time training since missing their past six matches due to a thigh issue. This is great news for the club, as he should be nearing a return, likely coming within the next week or two. He did start in all four matches he was available for before his injury, so he will look to reclaim that spot immediately once fit.

10 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

On right track Saul (thigh) is on the right track of recovery, however is still expected to remain on the sidelines. According to manager Garcia Pimienta, "He's been out for 5 or 6 weeks since he...

Impact Saul could see a return after the international break as he continues to recover from a muscle injury to his thigh. This will give Lucien Agoume more time in the starting XI in the defensive midfield for Sevilla.

NOVEMBER 1 • ROTOWIRE

Left off squad list Saul (undisclosed) was left off the squad list for Friday's match against Espanyol.

Impact Saul will continue on the sidelines, ,missing his fourth straight match after being left off the squad. It is unknown when he is expected to return, with the club having given little on his status. He will hope to be back soon, as he has started in all four of his appearances.

OCTOBER 24 • ROTOWIRE

Set for return Saul (undisclosed) appears to be an option for Sunday's match against Barcelona, according to manager Garcia Pimienta. "The group is fine, it has been two weeks between one game an...

Impact Saul looks to have recovered from his thigh issues that occurred around three weeks ago, as he appears to be an option Sunday. It is unknown I he will get the start or not if an option, but he has started in all four of his appearances this season, leaving that as a decent option. However, he will still probably need a fitness test ahead of the match, with a slight chance of still being left out.

OCTOBER 18 • ROTOWIRE

Suffers high injury Saul has been confirmed to have suffered a thigh injury, according to his club.

Impact Saul will be heading to the sidelinesfor a bit, with the midfielder having gone down Tuesday with a thigh injury. It is a high-grade injury, with his return date up in the air. However, he is likely to at least be out a few matches, with Sunday's match against Athletic out of reach. He has started in all four matches he has bene available for, so this will force a change, with Lucien Agoume or Suso being his probable replacements until fit again.

SEPTEMBER 25 • ROTOWIRE

Brought off Tuesday Saul was brought off with an apparent injury during Tuesday's clash with Valladolid.

Impact Saul came off shortly after the start of the second half during Tuesday's match. The midfielder was in clear discomfort as Lucien Agoume came on to replace him. Saul will have limited time to recover before a Sunday trip to Athletic Club.

SEPTEMBER 24 • ROTOWIRE

Logs assist in loss Saul delivered an assist, had two shots (one on target), created two chances, made one tackle, three clearances and two interceptions and was shown a yellow card during Friday's 2-...

Impact Saul returned to the team after serving a two-match suspension and made an immediate impact on both ends, with his biggest contribution being an assist for Dodi Lukebakio to cut the deficit to just one goal in the 83rd minute. After logging his first appearance on the scoresheet since joining Sevilla, the midfielder will hope to keep it up during upcoming games as he tries to consolidate himself as an undisputed starter.

SEPTEMBER 23 • ROTOWIRE

Clears suspension Saul has completed his two-game suspension and will be eligible to face Alaves on Friday.

Impact Saul should return to the starting lineup immediately, as his presence gives Sevilla a huge boost in terms of playmaking ability.

SEPTEMBER 16 • ROTOWIRE

Completes suspension Saul has completed his one-game suspension and should be available to face Getafe on Sep. 14 after the international break.

Impact Saul missed the season opener due to a suspension that dated back to the 2023/24 campaign and also missed the most recent game following a red card against Mallorca. If the midfielder is able to avoid recurrent red cards, though, then he should remain a regular starter for Sevilla in midfield.

SEPTEMBER 2 • ROTOWIRE

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 • 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 • 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 • 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 • 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 • 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 • 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 • 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 • 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 • 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 • 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 • 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 • 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 • 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