Heading: Chelsea Players Wanted in Saudi Arabia
Chelsea fans are rejoicing as another one of their players is reportedly wanted in Saudi Arabia. Midfielder N’Golo Kante is set to leave Stamford Bridge when his contract expires at the end of June, and he is rumored to be heading to the Middle East. Kante is not the only Chelsea player that has caught the attention of Saudi Arabian clubs, as several others have also been linked with moves to the region.
Heading: N’Golo Kante’s Move to Al-Ittihad
N’Golo Kante has reportedly signed a mega £1.7m-a-week deal with Al-Ittihad, which is six times what he earns at Chelsea. The 32-year-old French midfielder has been a key player for Chelsea since joining the club in 2016, but injuries and inconsistent form have limited his playing time in recent seasons. Kante’s move to Saudi Arabia will allow him to play in a new league and earn a significant increase in salary.
Heading: Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang’s Talks with Saudi Pro League Clubs
Outcast striker Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang is reportedly in talks to join one of the four Saudi Pro League clubs owned by the Public Investment Fund. The 32-year-old Gabonese forward has struggled for form and fitness at Arsenal this season, and a move to Saudi Arabia could revitalize his career. Aubameyang has been linked with a move away from Arsenal for some time, and a transfer to the Middle East could be on the cards.
Heading: Kalidou Koulibaly’s Escape from Chelsea
Senegal defender Kalidou Koulibaly is another player that has been offered an escape from Chelsea by the Saudis. The 30-year-old Napoli center-back has been linked with a move to the Premier League for several years, but a transfer has never materialized. Koulibaly is one of the best defenders in Serie A and would be a valuable addition to any team. A move to Saudi Arabia would allow him to play in a new league and earn a significant increase in salary.
Heading: Romelu Lukaku’s Offer from Al-Hilal
Striker Romelu Lukaku, who was loaned to Inter Milan, has also been offered an incredible £21m-a-year deal by Al-Hilal. The 28-year-old Belgian forward has been in sensational form for Inter this season, scoring 24 goals in Serie A. Lukaku has been linked with a move away from Inter, and a transfer to Saudi Arabia could be on the cards. Al-Hilal is one of the biggest clubs in the Middle East and would be a great destination for Lukaku.
Heading: Hakim Ziyech’s Potential Move to Al-Nassr
Moroccan winger Hakim Ziyech is the latest Chelsea player wanted in Saudi Arabia. Al-Nassr, Cristiano Ronaldo’s club, reportedly wants to add Ziyech to their attack. The 30-year-old arrived at Chelsea in 2020 in a £37m deal from Ajax but has struggled for playing time under Thomas Tuchel and Graham Potter. Ziyech is reportedly tempted by a move to Saudi Arabia to play alongside Ronaldo and has already received an initial offer from Al-Nassr. Chelsea fans are delighted at the thought of being able to sell their flops to the Saudis and fund their title charge.
Heading: Conclusion
In conclusion, several Chelsea players have been linked with moves to Saudi Arabia, and it seems that the Middle East is becoming an increasingly attractive destination for footballers. The lure of playing in a new league and earning a significant increase in salary is hard to resist, and it remains to be seen which players will make the move. Chelsea fans are excited at the prospect of being able to sell their dead weight to the Saudis and fund their title charge. It will be interesting to see how this story develops in the coming weeks and months.