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'Many of us tried to help' – Saul Niguez warns Joao Felix that talent is 'worthless' without hard work after seeing ex-Atletico Madrid team-mate join Cristiano Ronaldo's Al-Nassr

Joao Felix's move to Cristiano Ronaldo's Al-Nassr has sparked criticism from his former Atletico Madrid team-mate Saul Niguez, who claims that the Portuguese forward has failed to maximise his potential due to a lack of hard work. Saul insists talent is "worthless" without the work ethic to back it up, and has revealed that "many of us tried to help" Felix during his turbulent years in Europe.

Former Chelsea star Saul agrees Flamengo move hours after pulling out of Trabzonspor switch over 'personal reasons'

Saul Niguez has reportedly agreed to join Brazilian giants Flamengo just hours after pulling the plug on a move to Turkish side Trabzonspor. The former Chelsea and Atletico Madrid midfielder cited "personal stuff" for the sudden change in plans. He will now reunite with ex-teammate Filipe Luis, who is head coach at the Brazilian Serie A side, and Jorginho.