Former Manchester City midfielder Tijjani Reijnders has offered a remarkably candid explanation for his summer move to Saudi Arabia, admitting that the lure of life-changing money was the primary factor. The Netherlands international swapped the Etihad Stadium for Al-Qadsiah in a £52 million deal just one season after arriving in the Premier League from AC Milan.
Saudi Pro League stars Sadio Mane and Julian Quinones have earned landmark nominations for the 2026 Ballon d'Or following superb domestic and international campaigns. The Al-Nassr and Al-Qadsiah forward duo lead a strong RSL contingent recognised by France Football, with goalkeepers Yassine Bounou and Edouard Mendy also shortlisted for the Yashin Trophy.