ALL POSTS TAGGED "Saudi Pro League" - Page 6
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/ 173 days agoN'Golo Kante showing at Euros courts Premier League rumors
N'Golo Kante returned to the world's stage at Euro 2024 following his move from Premier League giant Chelsea to the Saudi Pro League. Al-Ittihad has taken Kante's name out of much of the discussion of top soccer competition. However, his dominating performances in the middle of the field with France showed the world what it […]
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/ 178 days agoMadrid star decides on future after astronomical wage Saudi bid
Real Madrid find themselves in a precarious situation regarding their defensive lineup for the upcoming season. With only two senior centre-backs available, the club is grappling with the potential loss of another key defender. They also risk having to do without Antonio Rudiger, amid significant interest from Saudi Arabian clubs Al-Nassr and Al Hilal. Nacho […]
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/ 180 days agoSergio Ramos plots next step before moving to San Diego
Sergio Ramos has once again left Sevilla, his departure announced by the La Liga club in June. This marks the end of Ramos' second stint with the team, helping Sevilla secure a 14th-place finish. Despite the Rojiblancos' desire to retain him, the 38-year-old chose to move on mainly due to the club's challenging sporting and […]
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/ 182 days agoNot Pioli nor Galtier: Al-Ittihad agree deal with ex-France boss
The managerial search at Al-Ittihad has taken several twists and turns, with the Saudi club initially close to appointing former Milan manager Stefano Pioli. However, negotiations with Pioli broke down due to internal conflicts within the club, influenced heavily by star player Karim Benzema's preferences. Stefano Pioli, who departed Milan at the end of the […]
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/ 187 days agoSummer Saudi switch seemingly in the cards for De Bruyne
Kevin De Bruyne is leaning toward a move to the Saudi Pro League based on recent reports over the Belgian's future. The prolific midfielder is heading to his final year under contract at Manchester City. Nevertheless, Saudi Pro League officials have been publicly pushing for the playmaker's signature for months now. As a result, De […]
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/ 189 days agoAl-Nassr offers massive contract to Man City star Ederson
Manchester City could be set to lose star goalkeeper Ederson in the coming weeks. The Brazil international has been a mainstay between the sticks at City since his $43 million move from Benfica in 2017. Not only has he been the undisputed number-one shot-stopper for manager Pep Guardiola, but he has been one of the […]
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/ 197 days agoReal Madrid needs to replace captain after defender departs club
Real Madrid captain Nacho is officially moving on after 23 years at the club. The veteran defender previously joined the Spanish side's youth setup at the age of 10. He subsequently made 364 total appearances for Los Blancos after making his senior debut in 2012. In total, Nacho helped the team collect 26 trophies in […]
UEFA Euro 2024
/ 200 days agoLaporte: Saudi Pro League stars disrespected at Euro 2024
Spanish star Aymeric Laporte has claimed that Saudi Pro League (SPL) players face prejudices at Euro 2024. The defender previously moved from Premier League champions Manchester City for Al Nassr last summer. The Saudi side paid City nearly $30 million for the center back. In the move, Laporte reportedly increased his annual salary from around […]
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/ 202 days agoMSN reunion at Miami? Neymar gives hint about future intentions
The prospect of seeing Messi and Suarez reunite with ex-Barcelona teammate Neymar at Inter Miami appears to have been dashed. Neymar, currently with Al-Hilal in the Saudi Pro League, has hinted at his commitment to the Middle Eastern club. The Brazilian’s journey from Barca's MSN to PSG and now Al-Hilal has been marked by transformative […]
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/ 203 days agoNot Casemiro: Ronaldo eager to reunite with ex-teammate
Sergio Ramos, the iconic Spanish defender, has recently left Sevilla and is now a free agent. This development has sparked rumors and speculations about his next destination; especially since several high-profile clubs have shown interest in the veteran player. The 38-year-old penned an emotional message to Sevilla fans following his departure from his boyhood club. […]
UEFA Euro 2024
/ 204 days agoResurgence of Saudi Pro League players at Euro 2024
In France's victory over Austria in its first game of Euro 2024, it was not Kylian Mbappe, Antoine Griezmann or William Saliba to win player of the match. It was N'golo Kante, the 33-year-old defensive midfielder. For a time, Kante was one of the best midfielders in the world. He was an integral part of […]
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/ 205 days agoSergio Ramos officially a free agent, MLS most likely destination
The rumors linking Sergio Ramos to an MLS move took a new step on Monday. Sevilla, the Spaniard's club, did not provide Ramos with a new contract, and he is free to join any club at the end of his contract which expires on June 31. This puts into motion the ongoing rumors that link […]
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/ 214 days agoNot Raphinha: Saudi Arabia looking to shop from Barcelona
As the new season approaches, Barcelona find themselves with an abundance of centre-backs. The current roster includes stalwarts like Jules Kounde, Ronald Araujo, Andreas Christensen, Inigo Martinez, and rising star Pau Cubarsi. Additionally, Clement Lenglet and Eric Garcia will return from their loan spells, further crowding the defensive lineup. This surplus has prompted the club […]
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/ 215 days agoNo exit? Ancelotti advises MLS target to stay at Real Madrid
As Toni Kroos steps into retirement, having played his final match for Real Madrid in the Champions League final, another veteran, Nacho Fernandez, finds himself at a crossroads. Nacho, whose contract expires at the end of the season, is deliberating whether to stay with Real Madrid. The alternative is to seek new opportunities elsewhere, notably […]
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/ 232 days agoMan City not shying away from selling Ederson in summer
There is a legitimate prospect that Manchester City will move on from Ederson as its goalkeeper by selling the Brazilian. This mandates that the right offer comes in for his services, as Manchester City will not easily sell one of the more reliable players in the squad. According to reports, the decision comes down to […]