Saúl Ñíguez — stats, profile & similar players (2026)
central midfielder · Flamengo · BRA-Serie A · age 32 · €1.9m
Saúl Ñíguez is a combative central midfielder known for his aggressive defensive contributions and aerial prowess. Ranking in the top 34% of his positional peers, he excels in tackles, interceptions, and duels, showcasing his tenacity and ability to disrupt opposition play. While he has a low finishing metric, his value lies in his capacity to control the midfield and support attacking transitions. Despite a history of injuries, his experience across top clubs like Atlético and Chelsea makes him a reliable option when fit.
Strengths
- Shots /90
- Aerial duels won /90
- Tackles + interceptions /90
- Duels won /90
Weaknesses
- Finishing (npG − npxG /90)
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FAQ
- Who is most similar to Saúl Ñíguez?
- The players most statistically similar to Saúl Ñíguez (central midfielder) are Mattias Svanberg, Diego Gómez, Nico O'Reilly, ranked by Doppel on real per-season data.
- What position does Saúl Ñíguez play?
- Saúl Ñíguez plays as a central midfielder for Flamengo in the BRA-Serie A.
- What is Saúl Ñíguez's market value?
- Saúl Ñíguez's market value is €1.9m.
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