Is Alexander Lacazette Headed for the Saudi Pro League in the Summer?

Former Arsenal striker Alexandre Lacazette is reportedly closing in on a move to join Saudi Pro League club Al Qadsiah. The Frenchman, who plays at Lyon, has reportedly agreed to personal terms with Al Qadsiah, who have been promoted to the Saudi Pro League for next season.

Lacazette, whose current deal expires in June 2025, is locked in talks to finalize a move with the delegation from Al Qadsiah, which is currently in Lyon. Talks are progressing well, and a deal is likely.

The 33-year-old has retained his high quality in front of goal in Ligue 1. He notched 19 goals in the league last season, making him the second-highest scorer in the French top flight behind Kylian Mbappe.

Lacazette joined Arsenal in 2017 from Lyon with massive fanfare in a £46.7million deal. The Gunners held high hopes for the Frenchman to kick on and become their talisman. However, after five seasons in North London, Lacazette joined Les Gones on a free transfer when his Gunners contract expired in 2022.

However, he is still a big name in the football world, and he is set to become the latest high-profile star to swap European football for the Saudi Pro League in the Middle East. He will join stars like Neymar, Karim Benzema, and Cristiano Ronaldo.

The Lacazette move will likely signal another summer of big business for the Saudi Pro League. Premier League stars like Kevin De Bruyne at Manchester City and Mohamed Salah at Liverpool have been linked with lucrative moves to the Saudi Pro League.

Al Qadsiah, meanwhile, upon promotion, is looking to make waves and develop a squad that will keep them away from relegation worries next season.