Saudi Professional League 2023/2024

[beerlover]

Most chances he will not go to Saudi League because right now he feels good about himself and want to play in Europe instead of going to in any other league even situation is looking not good with his agent is talking with few clubs but until now we have no positive sign for him to be joined in any club and as he already joked Cristiano Ronald don't want him into Saudi League it's another problem for him.

His career is also not good but mostly feeling he is average player which and have chance into any competitive league but if he fails to have anything from here then most chances he will go to MLS which is also good for the player like Juan Cuadrado, or he has to fly back to his country where he can join any club as well.

It would be very surprising if he lands a deal with some of the rivals of Al Nassr in the Saudi Professional League, such as Al Hilal or Al Ahli. And will be even more interesting if Cristiano Ronaldo comes face to face with Juan Cuadrado in any of the SPL matches. But the chances are that he will stay in Europe. SPL clubs are not ready to pay huge sums for Cuadrado, and without a hefty package he doesn't want to book a ticket to Riyadh. But the issue is that European clubs also don't have much interest in him. Juventus kicked him out last month.

They should be paying a decent money for him, he would be a good player for them, I am not saying 100 million, but about a 10-20 million per year would be very fair for a talent like him plus he would be famous for their level as well, they have like maybe 5 players that are more famous than him, so it would make sense too.

I am fine with them not agreeing to send him to Ronaldo, if they dislike each other then they dislike each other there is no reason to keep him there, but at the end of the day we are talking about other teams here and other teams shouldn't decline to get him just because Ronaldo didn't want him, instead they should want him even more just to spite Ronaldo since he is their rival at this stage for sure.

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[Die_empty]

I am one who believes that Mane will eventually move to the Saudi Pro League maybe not this season but maybe next season, it would be better if the club from here get Mane for free, right? so they can use the transfer budget to pay higher salaries. On the other hand, as we know Mane is very suitable to play in the Saudi League he understands the structure and the situation. By the way don't expect the market value of old players to increase, it will not happen bro, just look at Ronaldo whose market price is only 15 million even though he once occupied the position of the most expensive player, obviously age is the standard for determining market value.

Although the money to get Mane is not a problem if he agrees to leave Bayern Munich. But the main issue is that Mane is unwilling to move to the Saudi League. He might want to spend another season in Germany under Thomas Tuchel, maybe he might add some prestigious trophies to his name. Mane is still a world class player that still has more to offer in Europe.

I don't really understand Al-Ettifaq's financial condition, I tried to find several articles related to their finances, but I couldn't find them, because the majority of the media that showing in my search results pages were from local media. However, imo, maybe money is not a problem for Al-Ettifaq to sign Henderson if Gerrard has made him a target. But it seems that the problem is the quality of the league that Henderson doesn't want. Maybe he will accept the offer after another 2-3 years.

The Saudi League is just developing so information about most of clubs are scanty. Also, most of these clubs are financed by the government. The vision of the Saudi league seems to be integrated with the national goal. The reason for this transformation of the league is to showcase Saudi Arabia as an investment hub and to secure the 2030 World Cup bid. So the nation is willing to sponsor any team to get more players. They are projecting to attract at least fifty-star players. So I concur the finance will not limit Al-Ettifaq from signing Henderson.

[CryptopreneurBrainboss]

I saw this coming that Saudi Arabia wants SPL to be as competitive as other leagues and they also want to get all the attention that is needed worldwide. Many European players will be moving into Saudi since Gerrard is now a coach in Saudi. As for the local players they need to seat up and challenge themselves by improving in their performance for them to be able to fit in a with this superstars coming from various leagues. I see this as a big improvement in  SPL,I still look forward in the next three years to see Saudi Arabia clubs buying almost all the best players because they have what it takes to be successful with this plan.

Steven Gerrard going to SPL is the best decision for him and Frank Lampard should join him too, they should use the league to strengthen their managerial careers because the two of them were becoming a joke in Europe. They hurried into coming into the spotlight as they weren't matured to be managers of top clubs in the premier league. At SPL they'll have freedom to experiment their coaching tactics without been scared of getting attacked by the media. The SPL has less quality players therefore it'll suit their managerial capabilities. When they're done developing their managerial skills, they can move to higher league but still not the premier league because they need to gather experienced.

SPL signing Steven Gerrard was a smart move, he can now join in convincing europe players to join the league and help build it into a competitive league and at the same time getting payed big salary. SPL needs to start going after the average European young players. Many average players that are not in the levels of Haaland, Mbappe and Victor Osimhen will be willing to leave Europe to go play in Saudi Arabia and that's because of what they'll be offering them. This players know that they can't get those salary playing in Europe even until they finish their career so they won't want to pass on such opportunity.

[Stable090]

I saw this coming that Saudi Arabia wants SPL to be as competitive as other leagues and they also want to get all the attention that is needed worldwide. Many European players will be moving into Saudi since Gerrard is now a coach in Saudi.

With the amount of money Saudi clubs are spending on European players, then am sure their league will also be more competitive, and they will be getting the attention which they need already, lots of people have being talking about the players which most of those clubs are buying, some people don’t even know that Saudi league before but since they are spending on players, then they are getting attention already. Some people start watching matches in Saudi league just because of Ronaldo that went there, so with the quality players Saudi league is getting, they will also get people’s attention.

As for the local players they need to seat up and challenge themselves by improving in their performance for them to be able to fit in a with this superstars coming from various leagues.

Am sure the local players will also try their possible best to improve their performance, they won’t want foreign players to take their position, they will feel bad if they are benched and replaced by foreign players so they will also want to improve their performance so that they will be in game also.

[Blitzboy]

Al-Ittihad has reportedly made a significant offer of €100 million for a three-year contract to Paul Pogba. After Pogba being targeted for a move to Saudi Arabia, he visited there recently and got the opportunity to visit Al-Ittihad's facilities for personal reasons. However, when asked about the transfer speculations, he chose not to make any comments. As of now, no decision has been made. If the news turn out true, then Pogba would accept the offer. I do believe he should seriously consider taking it.

Everyone seems to be talking about Pogba now that a €100 million contract is on the line. Who among us wouldnt be enticed by such a generous proposal? In my opinion, its a fantastic chance for him to make a name for himself and get paid for his abilities. Some have speculated that Pogba, considering his past there and his recent comeback from injury, could want to remain at Juventus. Its true that since leaving Manchester United, he hasnt yet found his rhythm with his new team. Who's to say, though, that a fresh start in a new place wouldnt reignite the flame? I believe it is time for Pogba to really contemplate a contract in Saudi Arabia. Think its funny that a life-changing professional choice is on the line here?

[Oluwa-btc]

Al-Ittihad has reportedly made a significant offer of €100 million for a three-year contract to Paul Pogba. After Pogba being targeted for a move to Saudi Arabia, he visited there recently and got the opportunity to visit Al-Ittihad's facilities for personal reasons. However, when asked about the transfer speculations, he chose not to make any comments. As of now, no decision has been made. If the news turn out true, then Pogba would accept the offer. I do believe he should seriously consider taking it.

Everyone seems to be talking about Pogba now that a €100 million contract is on the line. Who among us wouldnt be enticed by such a generous proposal? In my opinion, its a fantastic chance for him to make a name for himself and get paid for his abilities. Some have speculated that Pogba, considering his past there and his recent comeback from injury, could want to remain at Juventus. Its true that since leaving Manchester United, he hasnt yet found his rhythm with his new team. Who's to say, though, that a fresh start in a new place wouldnt reignite the flame? I believe it is time for Pogba to really contemplate a contract in Saudi Arabia. Think its funny that a life-changing professional choice is on the line here?

There's no direct talks with Paul's agent linking him out to the Arabian Premier League. The speculations came up immediately a video of him was seen visiting Saudi Arabia. I don't really think he has plans leaving Juventus right now.
Also, he's currently Injury prone player, how many games would he be possible to play for Juventus? I think it's best if he stays with Juventus, my bet is in Juventus to win the Seria A next season. Juventus management have really invested well and also backed the manager just the way they should. I hope to see him winning the league.

[Frankolala]

Al-Ittihad has reportedly made a significant offer of €100 million for a three-year contract to Paul Pogba. After Pogba being targeted for a move to Saudi Arabia, he visited there recently and got the opportunity to visit Al-Ittihad's facilities for personal reasons. However, when asked about the transfer speculations, he chose not to make any comments. As of now, no decision has been made. If the news turn out true, then Pogba would accept the offer. I do believe he should seriously consider taking it.

Everyone seems to be talking about Pogba now that a €100 million contract is on the line. Who among us wouldnt be enticed by such a generous proposal? In my opinion, its a fantastic chance for him to make a name for himself and get paid for his abilities. Some have speculated that Pogba, considering his past there and his recent comeback from injury, could want to remain at Juventus. Its true that since leaving Manchester United, he hasnt yet found his rhythm with his new team. Who's to say, though, that a fresh start in a new place wouldnt reignite the flame? I believe it is time for Pogba to really contemplate a contract in Saudi Arabia. Think its funny that a life-changing professional choice is on the line here?

There's no direct talks with Paul's agent linking him out to the Arabian Premier League. The speculations came up immediately a video of him was seen visiting Saudi Arabia. I don't really think he has plans leaving Juventus right now.
Also, he's currently Injury prone player, how many games would he be possible to play for Juventus? I think it's best if he stays with Juventus, my bet is in Juventus to win the Seria A next season. Juventus management have really invested well and also backed the manager just the way they should. I hope to see him winning the league.

It's true that we don't have any concrete information that Pogba wants to go to SPL but since he visited the mentioned club I guess there is an atom of truth about him going to Saudi Arabia. If really that Pogba was offerer €100 million by the Saudis,then it is possible that he will leave Juventus because that money is a life changer for a low class like me. If you say that Juve will win the next Seria A,they should fight for it.

The Arabs are using huge amount of money to buy the players mind over to their league,I don't know if a young star will be able to move his football career to Saudi Arabia, if he is offer a huge amount of money to play in SPL. Change is a constant thing in life.

[SquirrelJulietGarden]

It's true that we don't have any concrete information that Pogba wants to go to SPL but since he visited the mentioned club I guess there is an atom of truth about him going to Saudi Arabia. If really that Pogba was offerer €100 million by the Saudis,then it is possible that he will leave Juventus because that money is a life changer for a low class like me. If you say that Juve will win the next Seria A,they should fight for it.

Pogba has very bad injury record and he becomes older each season. With more injury intensity since his time in Manchester United till a first season in Juventus, together with his ageing, I believe that he will not be able to play too many matches like about 5 years ago and it will also affect his powerful distant shots. With his position at center of midfield, he will have join many physical battles and if he won't have a good body and fitness, his performance will become worse.

The Arabs are using huge amount of money to buy the players mind over to their league,I don't know if a young star will be able to move his football career to Saudi Arabia, if he is offer a huge amount of money to play in SPL. Change is a constant thing in life.

Pogba is ambitious and he will not want to leave Europe at the moment. I believe he will try to return and enjoy last two big tournaments with France, if he can be called for their squad, in Euro 2024 and World Cup 2026. Next 3 years, we can return to discuss about Pogba in Saudi Arabia.

[Sithara007]

Pogba took a salary cut back in 2022, so that he can move back to Juventus. He was getting around £15,000,000 per year with Manchester United, but was not happy with the club and wanted to move. Given this, I don't think that he will be swayed by the offer of €100,000,000 (£85.6m) offered by Al-Ittihad (around €33 million per year). Also, as many of the users pointed out, injury has been a big concern for Pogba. BTW, his current salary with Juve is £6.8 million. But tax is factored in, and Juventus ends up paying a total of £8.9 million in salary per year.

[marcous]

There's no direct talks with Paul's agent linking him out to the Arabian Premier League. The speculations came up immediately a video of him was seen visiting Saudi Arabia. I don't really think he has plans leaving Juventus right now.
Also, he's currently Injury prone player, how many games would he be possible to play for Juventus? I think it's best if he stays with Juventus, my bet is in Juventus to win the Seria A next season. Juventus management have really invested well and also backed the manager just the way they should. I hope to see him winning the league.

Yes I believe the same thing as you that Paul Pogba will not leave Juventus Club next season. After being directly denied by those closest to Paul Pogba about the news of his move to the Saudi Pro League, this gives us accurate information. Pogba's presence in Arab for now is not to talk about his contract with any club, he left for personal gain. I also think Pogba will stay at Juventus until his contract expires in Turin, after that maybe the SPL could be one of the right options for him.

Even though they are being hit by injuries Juventus will still maintain their star for next season, yes at least Pogba can get his performance next season so that it will have an impact on Juventus. However, it is also not impossible that Pogba will go to the SPL sooner considering that the clubs there are crazy about building a squad by recruiting star players from Europe. If Juventus get an official offer with the amount they want, of course Pogba will be released with pleasure.

[bering]

Gerrard looks like he will need a number of players like you mentioned, maybe Henderson will be difficult to bring in from Liverpool and of course the price is very expensive. Gerrad wants his former partner in the team because they have a strong chemistry while defending Liverpool together. It is possible that the presence of Steven Gerrard in the coaching position will make it easier for the Club to recruit star players from various world's top leagues such as EPL. For coaching style and tactics I think he will change a lot of things the weather factor is one of them.

I don't really understand Al-Ettifaq's financial condition, I tried to find several articles related to their finances, but I couldn't find them, because the majority of the media that showing in my search results pages were from local media. However, imo, maybe money is not a problem for Al-Ettifaq to sign Henderson if Gerrard has made him a target. But it seems that the problem is the quality of the league that Henderson doesn't want. Maybe he will accept the offer after another 2-3 years.

Al Ettifaq indeed isn't too popular compared to Al Ahli, Al Ittihad or Al Nassr and people know them because recently they had just hire Steven Gerrard as the new manager but from financial condition i am sure most of Arabian teams has health conditions so money isn't problem for them and even so with Al Ettifaq that one of the reason why Gerrard are willing to accept their offers because they promising huge money to bought the players this summer and Gerrard can pick which players he want

About Henderson i think Al-Ettifaq have to dissapoint because he doesn't interested to playing at Arab Pro League although Gerrard personally asking him to moved but for now Henderson target is he want to help Liverpool to reach their top performance again besides that Henderson was fear if he moved to Al-Ettifaq he will lost his place at England National team but indeed this is still not his final decision especially Liverpool already bought some of midfielder such as Szoboszlai and Mac Allister and maybe if Liverpool cannot guarantee one place into starting lineup probably he will thinking the offers from Al-Ettifaq

[Awaklara]

Pogba took a salary cut back in 2022, so that he can move back to Juventus. He was getting around £15,000,000 per year with Manchester United, but was not happy with the club and wanted to move. Given this, I don't think that he will be swayed by the offer of €100,000,000 (£85.6m) offered by Al-Ittihad (around €33 million per year). Also, as many of the users pointed out, injury has been a big concern for Pogba. BTW, his current salary with Juve is £6.8 million. But tax is factored in, and Juventus ends up paying a total of £8.9 million in salary per year.

There have been reports in the media that Pogba has dismissed rumors regarding him joining an Arab club. because he still wants to be with Juventus next season. although on the part of Juve, there is also the possibility of selling Pogba if there is an option to get other players. but I am more convinced that Pogba will stay at Juventus for at least another season. and if indeed Juve are going to sell him, I think a European club would be a better fit for him.

[Strongkored]

Al Ettifaq indeed isn't too popular compared to Al Ahli, Al Ittihad or Al Nassr and people know them because recently they had just hire Steven Gerrard as the new manager but from financial condition i am sure most of Arabian teams has health conditions so money isn't problem for them and even so with Al Ettifaq that one of the reason why Gerrard are willing to accept their offers because they promising huge money to bought the players this summer and Gerrard can pick which players he want

Look for it on Google and here is a list of the wealth of clubs in the saudi pro league, Al Nassr is in first place and Al Ettifaq is in 5th place but not sure about the legitimacy of the news https://www.totalsportal.com/list/most-valuable -clubs-in-saudi-pro-league/

About Henderson i think Al-Ettifaq have to dissapoint because he doesn't interested to playing at Arab Pro League although Gerrard personally asking him to moved but for now Henderson target is he want to help Liverpool to reach their top performance again besides that Henderson was fear if he moved to Al-Ettifaq he will lost his place at England National team but indeed this is still not his final decision especially Liverpool already bought some of midfielder such as Szoboszlai and Mac Allister and maybe if Liverpool cannot guarantee one place into starting lineup probably he will thinking the offers from Al-Ettifaq

One of the obstacles for players who choose the Saudi Pro League is that their national team career will be threatened, especially if the player comes from a country with many choices of players, Jordan Henderson will certainly face this if he accepts an invitation from Steven Gerrard. At the moment Henderson is still in the England national team squad for the European Cup qualifiers. If he goes to the Saudi Pro League, he has the chance that he will not become an English national player for the European Cup and of course that is not pleasant.

If Liverpool still keep him, then why move even though he is no longer the main choice for Klopp but that is a natural thing because he is no longer young, maybe in one or two seasons he will be interested because the money offered by Arab clubs is big and it will be fun in the end career can get a big salary so retire with a lot of assets.

[hahay]

Pogba took a salary cut back in 2022, so that he can move back to Juventus. He was getting around £15,000,000 per year with Manchester United, but was not happy with the club and wanted to move. Given this, I don't think that he will be swayed by the offer of €100,000,000 (£85.6m) offered by Al-Ittihad (around €33 million per year). Also, as many of the users pointed out, injury has been a big concern for Pogba. BTW, his current salary with Juve is £6.8 million. But tax is factored in, and Juventus ends up paying a total of £8.9 million in salary per year.

There have been reports in the media that Pogba has dismissed rumors regarding him joining an Arab club. because he still wants to be with Juventus next season. although on the part of Juve, there is also the possibility of selling Pogba if there is an option to get other players. but I am more convinced that Pogba will stay at Juventus for at least another season. and if indeed Juve are going to sell him, I think a European club would be a better fit for him.

With that kind of money for a player who has been seriously injured and who is already 30 years old, accepting the Saudi Professional League club's offer is the right choice. I'm really not sure if Pogba will only go to a club in Europe, because it doesn't really make sense to me if we consider the condition Pogba is in at this moment. What's more, Juventus could have sold Pogba and thus, it was proven that Pogba's condition was basically not fully suitable to compete any longer in European competition.

[asriloni]

Pogba took a salary cut back in 2022, so that he can move back to Juventus. He was getting around £15,000,000 per year with Manchester United, but was not happy with the club and wanted to move. Given this, I don't think that he will be swayed by the offer of €100,000,000 (£85.6m) offered by Al-Ittihad (around €33 million per year). Also, as many of the users pointed out, injury has been a big concern for Pogba. BTW, his current salary with Juve is £6.8 million. But tax is factored in, and Juventus ends up paying a total of £8.9 million in salary per year.

Saudi's offer is far above what already received by him now. It's quite hard to reject it. I think that pogba shall accept it. It doesn't even matter how many times he injured. Juventus is now putting him in the transfer market with the price around €10 million. It's very from what has ever offered in the past which was more than €100 millions. The arabian club can buy him easily from juventus. It's caused by juventus doesn't wanna see him stay even longer in the club.
Juventus wanna try to use money raised from him to sign kessie from barcelona. Several teams have targeted Kessie. It will not be an easy task for juventus to sign kessi as a new player.
If saudi's offer was true and i think that pogba shall accept it before try to create another mistake again. No choice for pogba other than leaving from the club.

[BRINIRHA]

Pogba took a salary cut back in 2022, so that he can move back to Juventus. He was getting around £15,000,000 per year with Manchester United, but was not happy with the club and wanted to move. Given this, I don't think that he will be swayed by the offer of €100,000,000 (£85.6m) offered by Al-Ittihad (around €33 million per year). Also, as many of the users pointed out, injury has been a big concern for Pogba. BTW, his current salary with Juve is £6.8 million. But tax is factored in, and Juventus ends up paying a total of £8.9 million in salary per year.

Two Arab clubs namely Al-Ahli and Al-Ittihad are currently competing to get Paul Pogba. In fact, one of these clubs has sent an offer to Pogba with a sizable amount of 33 million Euros per year. But according to reports, Pogba turned down the offer. But the Arab club said it was ready to send a bigger offer. and I think Pogba probably won't be able to refuse if one of the Arab clubs sends a much higher offer. And Juventus also seems to have given Pogba the green light if he wants to leave. Pogba is a great player. It's just that he was unlucky because last season he spent a lot of time recovering from the injury he had suffered. I think if he has fully recovered from injury then he will still be a player that the lucky club can count on.

[borovichok]

It's shocking to see FIFA ban Al-Nassr, Saudi Arabia's leading club, from registering new players. I projected it to happen, with exceptional big contract arrangements offered to European players, with bids so enticing that the players would not reject or decline the offer.

Following the main stories, it's linked to when the Nigerian striker, Ahmed Musa, was signed from Leicester to the Saudi Arabian team back in 2018, when he was in the spotlight during the 2018 World Cup in Russia. Al-Nassr has not paid the outstanding £390,000 in add-ons and interest. Surprised to see them face three consecutive FIFA transfer window bans, and they have these seasons to pay the amount, or they will be referred to FIFA's disciplinary committee, which the Club chiefs confident it won't reach that stage as they would intend to pay the pending debts to the Foxes who got relegated to championship.

[Sithara007]

Saudi's offer is far above what already received by him now. It's quite hard to reject it. I think that pogba shall accept it. It doesn't even matter how many times he injured. Juventus is now putting him in the transfer market with the price around €10 million. It's very from what has ever offered in the past which was more than €100 millions. The arabian club can buy him easily from juventus. It's caused by juventus doesn't wanna see him stay even longer in the club.
Juventus wanna try to use money raised from him to sign kessie from barcelona. Several teams have targeted Kessie. It will not be an easy task for juventus to sign kessi as a new player.
If saudi's offer was true and i think that pogba shall accept it before try to create another mistake again. No choice for pogba other than leaving from the club.

OK.. so looks like Juventus doesn't want Pogba in their squad. Good for him that Al Ahli came up with a blockbuster offer, which may be worth £128milllion over three years (including bonuses). There are some big names playing for Al Ahli right now, including Roberto Firmino and Edouard Mendy. Pogba's entry can make them one of the strongest teams in the SPL. My only concern would be his injury issue. In the recent past, he had injuries on hamstring, knee and groin and had to miss most of the Juventus matches in 2022-23.

[Lordhermes]

It's shocking to see FIFA ban Al-Nassr, Saudi Arabia's leading club, from registering new players. I projected it to happen, with exceptional big contract arrangements offered to European players, with bids so enticing that the players would not reject or decline the offer.

Following the main stories, it's linked to when the Nigerian striker, Ahmed Musa, was signed from Leicester to the Saudi Arabian team back in 2018, when he was in the spotlight during the 2018 World Cup in Russia. Al-Nassr has not paid the outstanding £390,000 in add-ons and interest. Surprised to see them face three consecutive FIFA transfer window bans, and they have these seasons to pay the amount, or they will be referred to FIFA's disciplinary committee, which the Club chiefs confident it won't reach that stage as they would intend to pay the pending debts to the Foxes who got relegated to championship.

Fifa has follow Ronaldo to Saudi Arabia,  they never brought this matter since , its now they  know they have to sanction them, just to weaken the Al Nassr, and Ronaldo, FIFA is corrupt, let them sanction Barcelona first,the Saudi Arabia league is now a threat to them, they want to use sanction to stop players from signing to the clubs in the league.

If, AlNassr is owning Musa any dime, they should sort it out, and avoid Fifa, they focus is to tag the Saudi Arabia league bad, but the league is growing so fast and they will not have more hands in it.

[shogun47]

Steven Gerrard joined the club in Saudi Arabia like every one else these days and signed a contract with Ettifaq. Things will not be easy for him there.
Another news related to the league is Cuadrado being rejected by Cristiano Ronaldo which refused to see him playing with Al Nassr. They played together in Juventus and I assume they didn't get along with each other? Otherwise why refuse him with them..

That's a weird move by Ronaldo, but that is his character. Treating people like shit who are below them. He should try to mess with Messi, but he would shy away from doing that as Messi is superior.

Gerrard's life shouldn't be that hard in the SPL or why do you think it won't be easy? I think taking a job in Saudi Arabia in the soccer world is the most relayed job there is. Earning more money than you can spent in your life and knowing that it will only be for two or three years, it doesn't sound bad to me.

To be honest, i'm personally very happy to hear that Gerrard will be the coach of Al-Ettifaq next season and also, it looks like Gerrard is expected to be at Al-Ettifaq until 2025. Because, after all, Gerrard does need to gain more experience to become a successful coach in the English Premier League in the future. So, with Gerrard set to become the head coach at Al-Ettifaq basically, the Suadi Professional League now has many star players but for Al-Ettifaq itself, there are not so many star players in the squad. Thus, it can be a proof for Gerrard to be able to provide good results and performance for Al-Ettifaq even though Al-Ettifaq does not have a star squad like Al-Nassr, Al-Hilal and Al-Ittihad.

Yes I usually agree with you, but if we leave the financial aspect aside, which is of course quite compelling when you are offered that much money, wouldn't it be better for young coaches to manage an underdog team from the Premier League instead of a team in Saudi Arabia? As I said, no financials involved here hypothetically, I think that young coaches would benefit more from engagements in either the Championship in England or a team like West Ham, Fulham etc. When you win the SPL title, that doesn't really mean you can lead a Premier League cup to win the title.