The Saudi Pro League (SPL), because of their big-money spending, triggered a buzz within the switch market over the previous few months. It all began with Cristiano Ronaldo becoming a member of Al Nassr final season. Since then, a number of massive names, together with former Real Madrid striker Karim Benzema and his fellow countryman N’Golo Kante, have moved to Saudi Arabia. Another mega switch was of Brazilian celebrity Neymar. The ex-Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) ahead has signed a cope with Al Hilal.
With the Saudi switch window now closed, let’s check out the large names who’ve made a transfer to the Saudi Pro League
Neymar to Al Hilal
Neymar joined PSG from Barcelona in 2017 having secured a world-record switch payment of €222 million. During his six-season spell within the French capital, Neymar scored 118 targets throughout all competitions, whereas successful as many as 5 Ligue 1 titles. Despite the home success, Neymar did not win the extremely coveted Champions League trophy for the French giants. He ultimately signed for Al Hilal, accepting a reported provide price €90m.
Karim Benzema to Al Ittihad
Reigning Ballon d’Or winner Karim Benzema capped off his illustrious Real Madrid profession to affix Al Ittihad. The Al Ittihad deal will see the French striker earn a internet wage of €200m per season. Before arriving at Al Ittihad, Benzema received a complete of 25 trophies, together with 5 Champions League and 4 La Liga titles, with Real Madrid.
Aymeric Laporte to Al Nassr
After successful a historic treble final season, Aymeric Laporte will share the dressing room with Cristiano Ronaldo within the SPL. Al Nassr signed the defender on a three-year deal that may pay him round €25m per season. After arriving within the Premier League from Athletic Club in 2018, Laporte performed a key position in Manchester City defence, below Pep Guardiola.
N’Golo Kante to Al Ittihad
N’Golo Kante, who performed a pivotal position in France’s 2018 World Cup triumph, signed a three-year cope with Al Ittihad after his contract with Chelsea expired earlier this 12 months. He joined the two-time Asian champions on a free switch after ending a seven-year spell in England.
Sadio Mane to Al Nassr
Following a year-long spell with Bayern Munich, Sadio Mane will now play together with Cristiano Ronaldo in Saudi Arabia. The Senegal worldwide signed a four-year cope with Al Nassr. Mane made 38 appearances for Bayern Munich final season and scored 12 targets.
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