Saúl: Filipe Luís was key to my Flamengo move, we think alike | OneFootball

Saúl and Filipe Luís played together at Atlético de Madrid (ESP)

Flamengo continues to be active in the transfer market and, so far, has announced four reinforcements for the season. One of them was the arrival of Saúl Ñíguez, former player of Atlético de Madrid (ESP). Taking advantage of his first days at Mengão, the midfielder explained the importance of Filipe Luís in advancing the deal with the Most Beloved.

— Obviously it was an important point. Knowing the coach, the style of play. I know his ideas since he was a player. On the bus we sat next to each other and talked about football. I understand football similar to him. It was a very striking idea for my game and trying to get the most out of it. I saw him at a very high level and I believe that with him I can try to be at a high or superior level -, said Saúl, in an interview with Spanish radio ‘COPE’.

HAVE SAÚL AND FILIPE LUÍS PLAYED TOGETHER BEFORE?

It's worth noting that Saúl is an 'old acquaintance' of coach Filipe Luís. This is because they both played together at Atlético de Madrid, at a time when the red-black commander still played as a left back. In addition, the midfielder has also performed alongside Jorginho, at Chelsea (ENG), during the 2021/22 season.

WHAT IS SAÚL'S SITUATION?

Saúl, in fact, is looking forward to making his debut with the Flamengo jersey this Thursday (31). This is because the player was listed by coach Filipe Luís for the match against Atlético-MG, for the Copa do Brasil. However, it is worth noting that the midfielder is not expected to be among the starters, as he is not yet in ideal physical condition.

WILL SAÚL DEBUT FOR FLAMENGO?

With Saúl available to Filipe Luís, Flamengo faces Atlético-MG this Thursday (31), for the first match of the round of 16 of the Copa do Brasil. The interstate classic takes place at 9:30 pm (Brasília time), at Maracanã. Thus, as tradition dictates, the Coluna do Fla brings all the details of the match, through the YouTube, the website and the social networks.

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