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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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Trent Alexander-Arnold plays as a right-back for Liverpool and England and is considered among the very best in his position in the world.

Trent Alexander-Arnold was born in the West Derby suburb of Liverpool in Merseyside, England.

Trent Alexander-Arnold dons the No. 66 jersey at Liverpool, which has stuck with him ever since he was first assigned the number by Liverpool's kit management co-ordinator, Lee Ratcliffe, in 2016.

Trent Alexander-Arnold stands at 1.75m (5ft 9in), with his on the ball prowess making him one of the most prolific chance creators in world football.

Trent Alexander-Arnold weighs 67kg (148 lbs) and is considered to be one of the most prolific full-backs on the planet.

Spotted by the-then academy coach Ian Barrigan at a half-tern camp hosted by Liverpool in 2004, Trent Alexander-Arnold joined the Reds' academy as a six-year-old.

No, Trent Alexander-Arnold does not have any children yet.

While the Liverpool right-back is yet to marry, he is currently dating English actress Iris Law, who is the daughter of Hollywood actor Jude Law.

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