The crazy salary of young Gabri Veiga in Saudi Arabia

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By: Nicolas Gerbault

Gabri Veiga, end of the saga

Gabri Veiga is set to get a big pay rise after joining Saudi Arabian side Al Ahli in the Pro League.

The Spain Under-21 international was heavily linked with a move away from Celta Vigo ahead of the 2023/24 La Liga season, after an impressive 12 months.

A generous salary

However, despite initial interest from the Premier League, Veiga seemed destined for a move to Italy before the transfer window closed in September.

With his release clause in Galicia rising to €40m at the start of 2023, the price was set for the 21-year-old and no club was willing to pay that sum.

Al Ahli didn’t hesitate to pay the clause, with Veiga accepting the offer, despite widespread criticism of his decision to move to Saudi Arabia, including from Real Madrid veteran Toni Kroos.

According to brandVeiga will receive 30 million euros for a three-year contract in the Middle East, with the absence of restrictions on an exit clause being a key part of his agreement.

Nicolas Gerbault

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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.