5 midfielders who could refresh Barcelona's ageing midfield

Saul Niguez

Spain v England - UEFA Nations League A

Saul would be a difficult and unorthodox purchase for Barcelona, but he would certainly bring something different to the team.

A strong attachment to Atletico Madrid makes him near unobtainable for most clubs, but Barcelona have managed to do business with them before. At the right price, any player could be available.

Saul stands-out for his all-round qualities. Having been coached by Diego Simeone for several years, he possesses strong defensive awareness atop of a reliable technique. He would have to adapt to fit Barcelona’s style, but his superb engine and combative attitude could be a nice compliment to their other players.

On top of that, Saul is capable of scoring goals from midfield, and they’re often brilliant. Whether it’s mazy runs through defences, or volleys from the edge of the area, Saul has a knack for popping up with a spectacular goal in a big game. This would be valuable for any team, especially when their frontline isn’t firing.