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Saúl Ñíguez, often known as Saúl, is a Spanish professional footballer who plays as a midfielder. Born in 1994, he currently plays for Flamengo in the Campeonato Brasileiro Série A. A versatile player, Saúl is capable of playing as a box-to-box midfielder or a left-back. He is known for his work rate, tackling, and ability to score from distance.
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Career Timeline
2012C$0.2M
Atletico Madrid Debut
Breaks into Atletico Madrid first team.
2016A▲▲$2M+$1.8M
Champions League Finalist
Reaches Champions League final.
2018A$5M+$3M
Europa League Winner
Wins Europa League title.
2021B▼$12M+$7M
Chelsea Loan
Loan spell to Chelsea.
2023B$15M+$3M
Return to Atletico
Returns to Atletico Madrid.
2024B$17M+$2M
Move to Flamengo
Moves to Flamengo in Brazil.
2026B$20M+$3M
Plays for Flamengo
Playing career continues in Brazil.
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Last updated: February 24, 2026