Barcelona Midfielder Franck Kessie Closing in on a Move to Saudi Pro League Side Al Ahli Despite Interest From Tottenham and Juventus
Barcelona is on the verge of finalizing a significant transfer deal with Saudi Arabia’s Al-Ahli, as they are set to sell midfielder Franck Kessie for a reported fee of €15 million. The Spanish giants have been looking to offload the Ivorian player, and Al-Ahli’s offer appears to be the perfect solution.
The negotiations between Barcelona and Al-Ahli have progressed smoothly, and the transfer is expected to be completed in the coming days. According to reports, Kessie has already agreed to a three-year contract worth a staggering €20 million per season, making this move a lucrative one for the talented midfielder.
This deal holds greater significance for Barcelona as they will likely complete another major sale soon. Ousmane Dembele is reportedly on the verge of joining Paris Saint-Germain, and the Catalan club might also be looking to secure the transfer of Joao Cancelo, who has been linked to Xavi’s side this summer.
The move to Saudi Arabia comes as a surprise to many, as Kessie had previously been linked with clubs in Italy and the English Premier League. However, Al-Ahli’s generous contract offer seems to have swayed the Ivorian’s decision in favor of a move to the Middle East.
Franck Kessie’s move to Al Ahli joins the club’s new signings, including Allan Saint-Maximin, Edouard Mendy, Riyad Mahrez, and Roberto Firmino, who have all swapped European football for the Saudi Pro League.
