If Saudi Arabia has recorded the arrival of several stars from Europe, the Kingdom has still failed on certain issues.
Saudi Arabia hit hard during this summer transfer window. The Kingdom has recorded the arrival of several stars from the European Big 5. Karim Benzema, N’Golo Kanté, Riyad Mahrez, Sadio Mané and many other players have joined the Roshn Saudi League. And it’s not finished yet. The country even aspires to sign Mohamed Salah, who is not against leaving Liverpool.
While many players gave in to the Saudi sirens, others refused any advance. Angel Di Maria is one of the latter. The former PSG star has chosen to return to Portugal, on the side of Benfica, after the end of his contract with Juventus Turin. Still, the Argentine hasn’t been short of offers from Saudi Arabia.
“Saudi Arabia also called me, I received a lot of calls. The amounts they offer are unbelievable, but I chose with my heart. I wanted to come to Benfica”said the Argentinian international in an interview with D-Sports Radio.
He still dreams of Albiceleste
At the same time, the World Champion, who has now won all the major trophies with Albiceleste, discussed his future in the national team. An international retirement is not yet for now, ” For now the Copa America is the deadline, I will always keep an eye on the list published by Scaloni. We are still waiting for this summons, knowing that we can be there or not, that no one is guaranteed to have their place. “, he announced.
