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Only Premier League clubs spent more on transfers than Saudi Pro League sides

The Saudi-Pro League spent more than all but one of Europe’s top leagues

The Independent UK

Saudi transfer window closes as total spending rises above £800m mark

Neymar and Karim Benzema among the high-profile stars to follow Cristiano Ronaldo to the Gulf state after a huge shift in the power dynamic of football finance

Evening Standard

Saudi Arabia has so much money to spend on sports no one else can compete, says one of world’s most popular athletes

The oil-rich nation is investing billions in sports—which includes splashing out on huge salaries for some of the world’s most famous athletes.

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Marco Silva makes frank Fulham transfer admission after Aleksandar Mitrovic and Joao Palhinha bids

Both Aleksandar Mitrovic and Joao Palhinha have been in high demand this summer — as well as the Fulham manager himself

Evening Standard

Fulham: Marco Silva offers Aleksandar Mitrovic update and confirms transfer plan

Whites boss is leaving ongoing striker saga to Craven Cottage hierarchy as he targets new wingers and full-backs before the September 1 deadline

Evening Standard

Saudi Arabia in talks with UEFA over groundbreaking Champions League 'wildcard' addition

Saudi Arabia want in on the UEFA Champions League – well, it worked for Australia entering Eurovision, didn't it?

FourFourTwo

From Neymar to Riyad Mahrez: Top 10 most expensive Saudi Pro League transfers

Before Cristiano Ronaldo made football fans over the world sit up and notice the Saudi Pro League last January, it was a less star-studded affair.

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Fulham receive new Aleksandar Mitrovic bid with striker confident over Neymar link-up in Saudi Arabia

Al-Hilal have submitted a fresh offer for the Serbian frontman as they target a strike partner for their new Brazilian superstar

Evening Standard

Morning Digest | Rain fury claims more lives in Himachal and Uttarakhand; India and China agree to resolve LAC issues, and more

Read a daily selection of top stories from across India and the world by The Hindu to start your day

The Hindu

Brazil striker Neymar leaves PSG for Saudi outfit Al-Hilal

Paris Saint-Germain striker Neymar joined the Saudi Pro League side Al-Hilal on Tuesday for a fee of around 90 million euros

Radio France Internationale

Neymar joins Saudi club Al-Hilal from PSG

Neymar joins Al-Hilal: Brazilian forward signs for Saudi club from PSG for reported fee of $98.24M. Neymar, 31, leaves PSG after 6 years, 118 goals, and 5 Ligue 1 titles. Al-Hilal, most successful club in Saudi Arabia & Asia, had sought to sign Kylian Mbappe & Lionel Messi.

The Hindu

Neymar completes €100m transfer to Saudi club Al-Hilal after six years at PSG

The Brazil forward has joined player such as Malcom and Rúben Neves at the big-spending club after sealing a €100m (£86.3m) move

The Guardian - UK

Saudi Pro League: the key factors that will decide project’s global impact

A week in Saudi Arabia has given some pointers as to the chances of the SPL reaching its goals

The Guardian - UK

Transfer Rumors: Mbappe’s PSG Stay, Neymar Exit Headline Start to Season

A realigning of the stars has unraveled at PSG over the last few days while USMNT players continue a busy summer in this week’s transfer roundup.

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Radio France Internationale

No more Neymar? PSG accept Al-Hilal offer for Brazil superstar, say reports

Brazil striker Neymar was on Monday understood to be considering an offer to quit the French champions Paris Saint-Germain to play in Saudi Arabia for Al-Hilal.

The Guardian - UK

Neymar joining Saudi Arabia’s Al-Hilal in £86m deal as PSG end galáctico era

Neymar has agreed to join Al-Hilal in a move worth up to £86m, bringing to an end his colourful six-year stay in Paris

Evening Standard

Al-Hilal prepare fresh Aleksandar Mitrovic offer in bid to pair Fulham star with Neymar

Al-Hilal are set to improve their offer for Fulham striker Aleksandar Mitrovic as they close in on the signing of Paris Saint-Germain superstar Neymar.

The Hindu

Neymar 'in negotiations' over Saudi move as Mbappe returns to PSG good books

Neymar's potential move to Saudi Arabia and Mbappe's return to the fold at PSG mark a dramatic shift in the French champions' fortunes. Negotiations are ongoing between Neymar's agents and the Public Investment Fund, while Mbappe's contract dispute has been resolved.

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Sports Illustrated

Report: PSG’s Neymar Agrees to Transfer With Saudi Arabian Club

The Brazilian will reportedly receive a deal worth over $100 million per year.

FourFourTwo

Neymar set for sensational Saudi transfer as deal for Brazilian star reaches 'final stages'

PSG look set to keep hold of Kylian Mbappe, but Neymar could be about to follow Lionel Messi out the Parc des Princes exit door

FourFourTwo

Cristiano Ronaldo stretchered off in tears as Al-Nassr win Arab Club Champions Cup

The Portuguese scored twice for the Saudi side in their extra-time win over Al-Hilal but was taken off with an injury near the end

The Guardian - UK

Saudi Pro League has the big stars – now it has to hope the fervour follows

Lavish spending has generated hype and controversy, but how will this project play out once the season starts?

Evening Standard

Aleksandar Mitrovic will seek Fulham transfer exit even if Saudi Arabia switch falls through

Aleksandar Mitrovic will push to leave Fulham this summer even if his proposed big-money move to Saudi Arabia falls through.

Evening Standard

Marco Silva frustrated by Fulham transfers as Aleksandar Mitrovic returns to squad

Marco Silva has vented his frustration at Fulham’s transfer activity but has no concerns over reintegrating Aleksandar Mitrovic after his return.

The Guardian - UK

Premier League and Fifa helpless against Saudi juggernaut’s relentless progress

Saudi Pro League’s moves for ageing stars echo other leagues – but there is no reason why stars at their peak should not follow

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