5 players who can replace Paul Pogba at Manchester United

#2 Saul Niguez (Atletico Madrid)

Saul is one of the best young midfielders in Europe

Regarded as one of the best midfielders in Europe, Saul Niguez has been a mainstay in Diego Simeone's Atletico Madrid side for quite some time. It is hard to believe that he is only 23, given the number of seasons he already played and things he has achieved.

He is a versatile player who can play anywhere in the midfield. He is brilliant tackler, who averages 3.5 per game this season, along with 1.8 interceptions and 2.2 clearances per game.

One of his key attributes is his ability to find and exploit spaces behind the opponent defense. He is an exceptional player in the final third and can score some brilliant goals.

According to Spanish news outlet Gol Digital, who often make sensational transfer claims, United are desperate to land the midfielder. Gol Digital add that the Red Devils are even willing to pay Niguez’s £131m (€151m) release clause at the end of the season.