A delegation led by the Saudi Arabian government’s head of football are in London to discuss a move for three wantaway Chelsea stars.
According to Get Football News France, A Saudi Arabian delegation are in London to hold talks with Chelsea for three of their players. Kalidou Koulibaly, Edouard Mendy and Hakim Ziyech remain linked with moves to the middle eastern league, with none wanted at Stamford Bridge.
The Saudi Arabian wave continues to catch the Premier League like an abrupt sandstorm as more players are seemingly linked with moves. The middle eastern league, run by the Saudi PIF, have brought in some well-known names, which may seem reminiscent of what China did many years ago.
Yet, the Saudi clubs are offering significant sums and remain in talks with several top-class players to make the move. At this point, the money on offer attracts many top names, especially those with no future at their existing clubs.
After links to Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang in recent weeks, a delegation led by the Saudi Arabian government’s head of football are in London to discuss three moves with Chelsea. Kalidou Koulibaly, Hakim Ziyech and Edouard Mendy are the players linked.
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◉ The Saudi government's head of football is currently in London to negotiate with Chelsea (Ziyech, E.Mendy, Koulibaly).
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Koulibaly was recently linked with a return to Italy, but it may appear a move to Saudi would suit all parties. For starters, the PIF are willing to pay handsome salaries. A good proposal could satisfy the defender considering he still has a lucrative, long-term deal with Chelsea.
The PIF had already approached Chelsea for Koulibaly earlier, but now they want to take the next steps. Among the top clubs in Saudi, one of those could seek a defender in their team, as has been the selection process in recent weeks.
Meanwhile, goalkeeper Mendy is ready to quit Chelsea after losing his spot to Kepa Arrizabalaga. He is of interest to the Saudis, and now it may appear a move could become a possibility. The Premier League side is eager to get significant fees in return.
Finally, the last of the Chelsea trio is Ziyech, who seems destined to leave the club. He came close to departing in January with a loan move to PSG collapsing in the 11th hour due to bureaucratic mishandling. Al Nassr are reportedly linked with a move for the Morrocan, who may bid his farewell to Europe.
As for Chelsea, they will like the idea of the Saudi delegation signing three of their players. They will seek a sizeable fee for each of those three, which could, in turn, help them balance their financial books, which may have come under scrutiny.
