Chelsea have made an official bid for Atletico Madrid midfielder Saul Niguez, according to Italian journalist Fabrizio Romano.

The reliable reporter claims that the Blues have tabled a loan offer, with an option to buy the 26-year-old. Manchester United are also in the race for the player having enquired about his availability in the last day or so.

However, if Chelsea do win the race for Niguez’s signature, what sort of player will the Champions League winners be getting?

Press the next page as we list five things you need to know about the Spanish international.