The Saudi pro league Has invested billions in contracts and transfer fees as part of its ambitious goal of building a competitive and attractive league. But after only a year and a half in Saudi Arabia, Roberto Firmino is reportedly considering to follow Neymar’s management by terminating his contract with Al Ahli.
Firmino, who joined the club as a free agent from Liverpool, was one of SPL’s marking signs aims to strengthen the league with European stars. But after Al Ahli secured Brazilian Vinge Galeno for EUR 50 million from Porto, Firmino was surprisingly dropped from the squad.
This decision has led to many rumors about Firmino’s future. According to GivemesportThe Roberto Firmino was able to terminate his contract at Al Ahli after being left out of his SPL squadAlthough his current business runs until June 2026.
This scenario reflects Neymar’s situation at Al Hilalwhere an injury was sided and prevented him from being chosen to the SPL squad. Firmino remains eligible to play in the AFC Champions League (same as Neymar), where he especially got a bicycle kick against Al Sadd.
While players like Riyad MahrezThe Franck KessieThe Edouard MendyThe Ivan Toneyand Gabro Veiga Remain central to the team, Firmino has been omitted. However, Al Ahli is reportedly anxious to keep him at least until the end of the 2024-25 season before re-examining his future.
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Arsenal: A potential destination for Firmino?
GivemesportS Ben Jacobs reports that if Firmino’s contract with Al Ahli is terminated, He can become a feasible alternative for Arsenal in the free agent market. This opportunity has appeared when the club handles long -term damage to both Gabriel Jesus and Kai haveertzLeaves the attack position open.
However, Firmino’s departure from Al Ahli remains complicated and Arsenal approach the situation carefullyEspecially when it comes to signing free agents. In Arsenal’s latest Premier League -Match, Manager Mikel Arteta chose to play Leandro Trossard as fake 9 and gave 17-year-old Ethan Nwaneri a place in the starting lineupShows his confidence in young talent over rapid market movements.
