Mundo Deportivo has reported that Saúl Ñíguez might transfer to Elche if they compete in the Primera División next season. Rumors suggest that Elche is considering Saúl Ñíguez as a potential transfer target, contingent upon their participation in the Primera División. Saúl Ñíguez has ties to Elche, having developed in their youth system, and his father was a celebrated figure among fans in the 1980s. It is expected that Atlético de Madrid would cover a substantial portion of his salary, replicating the arrangement made during his loan to Sevilla. Despite this, the club's doors are currently closed to him due to past issues related to his brothers' exits from Elche. Saúl has expressed criticism of Elche's current management, leading to strained relations between the club and the Ñíguez family.