The emergence of the Saudi Pro League is making waves i
The emergence of the Saudi Pro League is making waves in the football world, and Liverpool can be particularly pleased that one of their key players has recently declined a transfer to Al Nassr.
There is a prevalent belief that players who opt to move to the Emirates are driven primarily by financial incentives, as the league’s quality is significantly lower when compared to European or other global standards.
TeamForm, for instance, ranks the Saudi Pro League as only the 66th best in the world, placing it behind leagues such as Israel’s Ligat ha’Al and Georgia’s Erovnuli Liga, which are considered superior.
Despite this, the league has managed to attract high-profile stars like Cristiano Ronaldo, Neymar, and Aleksandar Mitrovic, along with former Liverpool icons Roberto Firmino and Sadio Mane.
There has been speculation that Mo Salah would be a marquee signing for the league, but the Egyptian forward remains committed to Anfield for now.
Liverpool’s goalkeeper, Alisson Becker, has also decided against a move to Saudi Arabia. According to Football Insider, Alisson received a lucrative offer from Al Nassr but has chosen to stay with Liverpool, opting not to join his former teammate Mane.
This decision is undoubtedly a relief for Liverpool’s management, as Alisson has been a crucial figure for the team in recent seasons.
With the vast financial resources at their disposal, the Saudi Pro League is unlikely to halt its aggressive pursuit of top talent. Mane’s weekly salary of £661,000, reported by Capology, highlights the extraordinary sums on offer, making it increasingly challenging for players to resist such offers.
However, for now, Liverpool can rest easy knowing that their star goalkeeper remains loyal to the club.
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