Verratti, it’s imminent!

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By: Nicolas Gerbault

Verratti, change of course announced!

According to the latest information published by L’Equipe, Marco Verratti is about to join the Qatari club Al-Arabi.

After eleven years in the French capital, Marco Verratti is on the verge of a change of scenery. Pushed towards the exit in Paris, where Luis Enrique would not count on him, the 30-year-old midfielder would be very close to engaging with Al-Arabi, reports this Thursday the daily The Team.

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PSG and the Qatari team have reached an agreement, there are only a few details left to finalize between Marco Verratti and his probable future club, according to the French sports media. According to RMC Sport, the offer accepted by PSG is estimated at 45 million euros (bonus included).

In Qatar, Marco Verratti could be joined by Julian Draxler, undesirable for the Parc des Princes side, who has an offer from a Qatari club, according to The Team. The German international, who reportedly turned down Crystal Palace’s offer, also reportedly received an offer from Saudi Arabia.

Nicolas Gerbault

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Nicolas Gerbault

Nicolas Gerbault is a passionate and knowledgeable football enthusiast with a special focus on French football. Born and raised in France, Nicolas discovered his love for the beautiful game at a young age and developed a deep understanding of the ins and outs of "Le Championnat." His French roots and extensive experience in football journalism have made him an invaluable asset to the French Football Weekly team. As an author for the website, his expertise includes not only in-depth analysis of Ligue 1 and Ligue 2 matches but also insightful profiles of up-and-coming talents, detailed transfer news, and engaging coverage of the French national team. His captivating writing style and undeniable passion for the game have earned him a loyal following among our readers. When he's not crafting engaging articles for French Football Weekly, Nicolas enjoys attending live matches whenever he can, exploring football culture in various French cities, and engaging in spirited debates with fellow fans.