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Rationale Behind Zielinski Decision to Reject Al-Ahli Revealed

September 15, 2023 Akhil Fisher Calciomercato, Italian Football, Napoli, Serie A, Transfer Market

After a long period of reflection with his wife Laura, Zielinski decided against choosing to accept the big money transfer to the Middle East. Reportedly, safeguarding the balance of his family was of utmost importance. His decision to stick with Napoli will undoubtedly further his status as a club icon.

Veiga ignored Napoli early in the window to complete a highly lucrative move to Saudi Arabian – a decision that caused uproar in the footballing community.

Real Madrid Icon Carvajal Justifies Veiga Decision to Ignore Napoli

September 11, 2023 Akhil Fisher Calciomercato, Italian Football, La Liga, Napoli, Serie A, Transfer Market

Veiga received strong interest from European giants including Premier League giants Manchester City, Liverpool and Chelsea. However, it was the Partenopei who came inches away from securing his signature, only for Veiga to move to Saudi on a three-year deal.

Amrabat is ready to leave Fiorentina, with United still the favorites to sign him on an outright deal. However, a temporary loan looks seemingly realistic.

Amrabat the Subject of Loan Talk as Deadline Day Nears

August 30, 2023 Akhil Fisher Calciomercato, Fiorentina, Galatasaray, Italian Football, Juventus, Liverpool, Manchester United, Napoli, Serie A, Transfer Market

While Sofyan Amrabat has given his yes to Manchester United, the Premier League giants themselves are in a hunch with regards to a concrete bid, which could very well arrive on deadline day. Several sides, including Liverpool, Al-Ahli, and Napoli, have expressed interest in the Fiorentina ace.

Napoli delayed in matching the €40M release clause set upon Veiga by Celta Vigo, and Zahavi has straightforwardly blamed the Scudetto holders.

Agent Zahavi Blames Napoli Passivity for Failed Veiga Deal

August 24, 2023 Akhil Fisher Calciomercato, Celta Vigo, Italian Football, La Liga, Napoli, Saudi Arabia, Saudi Pro League, Serie A, Transfer Market

Gabri Veiga is heading to Saudi Arabia just weeks after being heavily linked with a move to Napoli. The Partenopei delayed in matching the €40M release clause set upon his head by boyhood club Celta Vigo, and the player’s agent Pini Zahavi has blamed Napoli’s passiveness for the failed transfer.

Napoli are forced to move on after missing out on Gabri Veiga, who’s headed to Al-Ahli, and plot to revisit Teun Koopmeiners and Lazar Samardzic.

Napoli Pivot Toward Usual Suspects to Shore Up Midfield

August 24, 2023 Enrico Passarella Atalanta, Bundesliga, Calciomercato, Celta Vigo, Italian Football, La Liga, Napoli, Saudi Pro League, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Transfer Market, Udinese

Napoli are forced to move on after missing out on Gabri Veiga, who’s headed to Al-Ahli, and plot to revisit two familiar targets, Teun Koopmeiners, and Lazar Samardzic. The Spanish starlet will earn a lot more in Saudi Arabia, €12.5M annually, relative to what he had agreed upon with the Azzurri.

Napoli are set to miss out on Gabri Veiga, not due to problems during the negotiation but because Al-Ahli convinced him to transfer to Saudi Arabia.

Al-Ahli Set to Pip Napoli at the Post for Starlet Veiga

August 24, 2023 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Celta Vigo, Italian Football, La Liga, Napoli, Saudi Pro League, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Transfer Market

Napoli are poised to miss out on Gabri Veiga, not due to supposed problems during the negotiation but because Al-Ahli convinced him to transfer to Saudi Arabia. The Spanish talent hasn’t put pen to paper just yet, but the deal is well underway. The buyers will activate his €40M release clause.

Marco Verratti was absent from the first call-ups by new Italy coach Luciano Spalletti. However, it wasn’t a choice of the manager.

Verratti Agrees Saudi Move Amid Man United and Bayern Interest

August 21, 2023 Akhil Fisher Bayern Munich, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Manchester United, Paris Saint Germain, PSG, Serie A, Transfer Market

Manchester United, Bayern Munich, and Al Ahli have reportedly entered the picture to sign Paris Saint-Germain star Marco Verratti. The Italian midfield ace, who is free to leave the French capital this summer, was linked with potential moves to Al-Hilal or Roma last month.

Hakan Calhanoglu was once again instrumental to his team’s success in Tuesday’s Champions League clash against RB Salzburg. He confirmed two trends.

Inter Standout Midfield to Rebuff Potential Saudi Arabia Approach

August 20, 2023 Marko Vrakela Inter, Serie A, Transfer Market

Inter midfielder Hakan Calhanoglu could reportedly join a small group of European stars to stay immune to the charms of Saudi Arabia's petrodollars. Today's print edition of Italian newspaper Gazzetta dello Sport, via FCInter1908, claims the ex-Milan playmaker has no interest in swapping Europe for the Middle East.

Al-Ahli will poach a second defender from Serie A after snapping up Roger Ibanez, as they have come to terms with Atalanta to acquire Merih Demiral.

Atalanta Announce Merih Demiral’s Transfer to Al-Ahli

August 19, 2023 Marko Vrakela Atalanta, Serie A, Transfer Market

It's been a long time coming. Atalanta announced the sale of Turkish defender Merih Demiral to free-spending Saudi Pro League outfit Al-Ahli on Saturday. It was always a matter of time before the deal became official, and now it is.

Joshua Zirkzee and Teun Koopmeiners top the wish lists of Milan and Juventus at their positions. The two players wouldn’t mind continuing in Italy.

Napoli Keep Chasing After Atalanta Ace Koopmeiners

August 16, 2023 Enrico Passarella Atalanta, Calciomercato, Celta Vigo, Italian Football, La Liga, Napoli, Saudi Pro League, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Transfer Market

Despite being in advanced talks to sign Gabri Veiga from Celta Vigo, Napoli haven’t forgotten about Teun Koopmeiners. They continue to stay in touch with Atalanta, which are putting up strong resistance. On the other hand, the midfielder is keen on the transfer because he wants to play in the Champions League.

Atalanta Defender on the Verge of Moving to Al-Ahli

August 15, 2023 Enrico Passarella Atalanta, Calciomercato, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Juventus, Saudi Arabia, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Transfer Market

Al-Ahli will poach a second defender from Serie A after snapping up Roger Ibanez, as they have come to terms with Atalanta to acquire Merih Demiral. Only the final okay by the player is missing before the completion of the deal. La Dea will cash in €20M.

Roma must improve upon their ill-discipline when they meet relegation candidates Sampdoria on Sunday at the Stadio Olimpico as Serie A returns.

Roma Defender Edging Closer to Saudi Arabia Move

August 6, 2023 Marko Vrakela Roma, Serie A, Transfer Market

Negotiations between Roma and Al-Ahli over Roger Ibanez's shock switch to Jeddah have picked up momentum. As per Fabrizio Romano, the Brazilian defender has already agreed personal terms with the newly-promoted Saudi Pro League outfit.

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