Another significant transfer has been completed as Yassine Bounou, a new addition from La Liga, takes on the role of goalkeeper for Al Hilal. Bayern’s prolonged search for a goalkeeper has faced numerous setbacks. Their pursuit of Kepa Arrizabalaga from Chelsea was unsuccessful as he opted for Real Madrid. Additionally, Geronimo Rulli from Ajax sustained an injury, leaving Bayern without options. Ultimately, Yassine Bounou chose Saudi Arabia over Bayern, solidifying his position with Al Hilal. The club successfully acquired Bounou by offering Sevilla 19 million euros along with bonuses, aligning with the desired amount.
Bounou, who expressed his intention to leave Sevilla earlier, saw this move as an opportunity to secure substantial income, and this endeavor has now come to fruition. His transfer to Saudi Arabia highlights the Saudis’ ability to secure their desired talents through compelling offers, showcasing their superiority over European clubs. Alongside Bounou, Al Hilal’s roster includes Kalidou Koulibaly from Chelsea, Sergej Milinković-Savic from Lazio, and former Wolverhampton player Ruben Neves, among others. Malcolm from Zenit and former Porto player Moussa Marega have also joined the ranks. Al Hilal invested nearly 300 million euros in recruiting these seven players, offering enticing salaries.
Notably, Neymar’s earnings stand out, projected to reach approximately 400 million euros over a two-year span. With this formidable lineup, Al Hilal joins Al Ittihad, Al Nassr, and Al Ahli as top contenders for the championship title. As anticipation builds, fans eagerly await the Saudi championship matches.
