Liverpool set to battle Spanish side for the signature of highly rated forward

Premier League outfit Liverpool are willing to battle it out with Barcelona for the signature of Saul Niguez from Atletico Madrid, reports say.

Saul has been linked with a move away from Atletico Madrid this summer, with bar Barcelona reportedly in talks with fellow La Liga club about a swap deal involving the Spaniard and Antoine Griezmann.

Atletico Madrid have become famous for selling their big names in the past few years and Barcelona are hoping a deal will be sorted out in the next few days.

However, a new report from AS has claimed Liverpool are also interested in striking a deal with the Spain international.

Liverpool are on the lookout for a midfielder that will replace Georginio Wijnaldum, who has left Anfield to join French giants Paris Saint-Germain.

The reds are under pressure to win trophies next season as they only finished third last season following their brilliant title triumph in 2020.

Saul played an essential role in Atletico Madrid’s La Liga title win last season and will be an excellent addition to any team he joins.