New Netherlands manager Xavi Hernandez has dramatically broken with past policies by declaring that players plying their trade outside Europe will be considered for national selection. The former Barcelona boss insisted that pitch performance is all that matters, offering fresh hope to stars like Tijjani Reijnders, Memphis Depay, and Crysencio Summerville.
Tijjani Reijnders' father has shed light on the real reasons behind the midfielder's controversial transfer from Manchester City to Al Qadsiah. While admitting that massive financial rewards played a part, he explained that steep valuation demands from Europe shaped the move.
Juventus are exploring an ambitious move for Italy striker Mateo Retegui as Luciano Spalletti targets a final attacking addition before the summer window closes. The 27-year-old Al-Qadsiah forward is viewed as an ideal candidate to bolster the Bianconeri frontline, although his substantial annual wages present a major stumbling block in club talks.
Tijjani Reijnders has completed a lucrative switch to Saudi Pro League side Al-Qadsiah. While Manchester City recoup a significant transfer fee, the deal triggers a unique clause that forces them to pay AC Milan a massive bonus. The Italian club are celebrating a brilliant financial return on a player they sold to the Premier League giants just a year ago.
Manchester City are set to sell midfielder Tijjani Reijnders to Saudi Pro League side Al Qadsiah for £51 million. The Dutch international has already agreed personal terms and departs the Etihad Stadium after spending just a single season with the club.
Cristiano Ronaldo’s relentless pursuit of footballing history has received significant public backing from his long-time former team-mate Nacho Fernandez. The veteran defender, who also plies his trade in Saudi Arabia, believes the Portuguese superstar is destined to reach the elusive 1,000-goal milestone.
Mexico international and Al-Qadsiah star Julian Quinones has pulled off a stunning upset by claiming the Saudi Pro League Golden Boot. The forward surged to the top of the leader-board in a dramatic final-day push, beating out Al-Nassr superstar Cristiano Ronaldo and Al-Ahli's Ivan Toney in a thrilling race for the award.
Brendan Rodgers has opened up on the touching history behind his viral post-match embrace with Cristiano Ronaldo. While the headlines focused on a significant result in the Saudi Pro League title race on May 3, a moment of warmth between the Al-Qadsiah boss and the Al-Nassr captain on the pitch drew plenty of curiosity from fans worldwide.
Cristiano Ronaldo and Al-Nassr suffered a devastating blow to their silverware ambitions on Sunday night as they fell to a surprise 3-1 defeat against Al-Qadsiah. The result brings an end to their dominant run and hands the initiative back to their fiercest rivals in the race for the Saudi Pro League crown.
AC Milan have opened preliminary talks to bring Mateo Retegui back to Italy. Following a lucrative move to Saudi Arabia, the striker is being evaluated as a key solution to Massimiliano Allegri’s attacking woes.
Ivan Toney was at the heart of a heated post-match scuffle following Al-Ahli’s dramatic 3-2 defeat to Brendan Rodgers’ Al-Qadsiah. Despite the England striker scoring his 25th league goal of the season, the hosts' sensational second-half comeback sparked a tense atmosphere that boiled over as the final whistle blew.
Former Liverpool and Celtic manager Brendan Rodgers has fully embraced life in the Middle East, appearing in a striking promotional video to celebrate Saudi Arabia’s Founding Day. The Northern Irishman, who took the reins at Al-Qadsiah in December, was filmed wearing full traditional Saudi dress and holding a rifle as part of the festivities. The holiday, which commemorates the establishment of the first Saudi state in 1727, saw the veteran tactician praising the kingdom’s heritage and its burgeoning role in the global football landscape.