Saul Niguez has become an important part of Atletico Madrid's midfield and his father confirmed he has a release clause of €45 million.

Saul has been linked to Manchester United.

Super agent Jorge Mendes represents Saul.

"I just heard about this through the newspapers and the TV, we knew nothing," Niguez senior claimed. "He has always said he wants to succeed at Atletico Madrid. Saul's release clause is €45m. The kid is happy at the club, they are counting on him, the team is doing well, top of La Liga. A lot of things would have to happen for him to leave."

Last summer Saul signed a long-term contract at Atletico tying him to the club until June 2020.