- Neymar joined Al Hilal on a two-year deal
- To earn £129.4 million per year
Former Paris Saint-Germain star, Neymar has denied reports circulating in the media that he joined Saudi Pro League because of money.
Recall that Neymar joined Al Hilal on a two-year deal and will be earning £129.4 million per year.
Neymar has been widely accused of leaving Europe because of the eye-watering cash he has been offered in Saudi.
The Brazilian said that rather than money, his move to the Middle East was motivated by his desire to ‘be a global player’.
“I have achieved a lot in Europe and enjoyed special times, but I have always wanted to be a global player and test myself with new challenges and opportunities in new places.
“I want to write new sporting history, and the Saudi Pro League has tremendous energy and quality players at the moment.”
Similarly, WITHIN NIGERIA reports that Saudi Arabia Professional League club, Al Wehda have announced the signing of Nigeria forward Odion Ighalo.
The 34-year-old signed a two-year contract with the Knights.
Ighalo’s arrival was announced on the club’s social media on Tuesday night.
“A new Eagle in the ranks of the Knights. Welcome Ighalo,” reads a message on the club’s official Twitter handle.
The striker left former Saudi Arabia Professional League champions, Al Hilal in June following the expiration of his contract.
The former Watford star previously played for another Saudi club, Al Shabab.
Ighalo was top scorer in the Saudi League with 20 goals two seasons ago.
He won the league title and Kings Cup during his time at Al Hilal.
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