Saudi Arabia: Recent transfers
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TransferOllie Watkins: Did He Refuse to Play for Villa?
Ollie Watkins, England striker, was omitted from Villa’s squad after a 4-0 defeat to Brighton, with speculation he refused to play. Al-Hilal reportedly offered about £34 million, a bid Villa rejected.
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TransferManchester City sells Reijnders to Saudi club Al-Qadsiah
In a £52 million deal, Dutch midfielder Tijjani Reijnders moved from Manchester City to Saudi club Al-Qadsiah, signing a five-year contract. The transfer was announced via social media posts, following Rodri’s sale to Barcelona and the acquisition of Elliot Anderson from Nottingham Forest.
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TransferAl Hilal Targets Arsenal’s Martinelli and Villa’s Watkins in Premier League Raid
Al Hilal is pursuing Arsenal’s Gabriel Martinelli and Aston Villa’s Ollie Watkins, offering large contracts and a fee close to £60m for Martinelli.
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TransferSalah Joins Trabzonspor: A Step Beyond Football Boundaries
Mohamed Salah’s transfer from Liverpool to Trabzonspor came as a surprise, yet it carries substantial implications for his future career and the Turkish league. This move is viewed as a strategic choice that benefits both parties financially and culturally.
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TransferDidier Deschamps: Saudi Arabia coaching option looks very realistic
Didier Deschamps revealed he may coach Saudi Arabia after 2026 World Cup exit, calling the move realistic amid Saudi football's rapid rise and recent 0-0 draw with Cape Verde Islands (2026-06-27).
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TransferSaudi Arabia's Al-Taawoun signs Algerian star Belaïd
Algerian star Belaïd joins Saudi Arabia's Al-Taawoun in a major transfer deal, after his participation in the 2026 FIFA World Cup. His market value is 1.8 million euros.