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'Real Madrid have no fans!' - Atletico legend aims brutal dig at old rivals

Atletico Madrid icon Saul Niguez has sparked controversy by claiming bitter rivals Real Madrid have "no fans" compared to his current club Flamengo. The midfielder, now playing under former teammate Filipe Luis in Brazil, launched a stinging attack on the Bernabeu atmosphere while praising the passion of the South American giants ahead of their clash with Paris Saint-Germain.

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Atleti legend hints at why Simeone could leave next summer

Former Atletico Madrid midfielder Saul Niguez has recounted a meeting with manager Diego Simeone, during which the Argentine informed him that he was no longer part of the club’s plans. The Spaniard, now playing in Brazil, joined the club at the age of 12 and spent 17 years there before eventually being allowed to leave in the summer transfer window.

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Arsenal director accused of dishonesty by ex-Chelsea & Atleti star

Arsenal's director of football Andrea Berta has been labelled as a dishonest man by former Atletico Madrid and Chelsea midfielder Saul Niguez. The Spaniard has publicly criticised the Gunners' chief for the role he played in facilitating his exit from Atleti, claiming he could have found a solution to stay at the club had they had an honest conversation.

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Saul warns Felix that talent is 'worthless' without hard work

Joao Felix's move to Cristiano Ronaldo's Al-Nassr has sparked criticism from his former Atletico Madrid team-mate Saul Niguez, who claims that the Portuguese forward has failed to maximise his potential due to a lack of hard work. Saul insists talent is "worthless" without the work ethic to back it up, and has revealed that "many of us tried to help" Felix during his turbulent years in Europe.

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Saul agrees Flamengo move after pulling out of Trabzonspor move

Saul Niguez has reportedly agreed to join Brazilian giants Flamengo just hours after pulling the plug on a move to Turkish side Trabzonspor. The former Chelsea and Atletico Madrid midfielder cited "personal stuff" for the sudden change in plans. He will now reunite with ex-teammate Filipe Luis, who is head coach at the Brazilian Serie A side, and Jorginho.

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