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Messi is heading to the US as Saudi Arabia kicks off bidding war with MLS for aging soccer stars

The announcements on consecutive days that the storied Real Madrid and France soccer star Karim Benzema is joining the Saudi Pro League and that Lionel Messi, thought by many to be soccer’s GOAT, intends to play in the United States’ Major League Soccer may mark the beginning of a new…

The Conversation

First golf, now football? Saudi Arabia’s grand plan and the 72 hours that changed everything

The sportswashing scheme took another step forward with the LIV Golf-PGA merger but Saudi Arabia has bigger plans, writes Miguel Delaney

The Independent UK

Liverpool see £115m transfer saga ended amid Harry Kane and N'Golo Kante reports

Liverpool's rivals Manchester United, Newcastle United, Arsenal and Chelsea are all rumoured to be busy with incomings for as they look to challenge next season

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Chelsea medical 'completed' for first Mauricio Pochettino transfer in major £172m move

Chelsea transfer news: N'Golo Kante could be the first of many midfielders to depart Stamford Bridge this summer

Football London

Lionel Messi makes transfer U-turn in $1.2bn shock as Mauricio Pochettino gets double Chelsea blow

Chelsea transfer news: Lionel Messi has made a decision as to where he will be playing his football next season

Football London

N’Golo Kanté poised to seal £86m-a-year move to Saudi Arabia’s Al-Ittihad

N’Golo Kanté’s move to the Saudi Arabian club Al-Ittihad is close to being announced after the midfielder completed his medical in London

The Guardian - UK

Tottenham should send Harry Kane on loan to Real Madrid after signing new long-term contract

The future of Harry Kane as a Tottenham Hotspur player is going to be a major talking point during the summer transfer window with just one year left on his current Spurs contract

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Sergio Ramos has told Harry Kane why he must join Real Madrid as Daniel Levy sets Tottenham price

Harry Kane faces an uncertain future at Tottenham Hotspur and Real Madrid legend Sergio Ramos has sent the England captain a subtle message ahead of the summer transfer window opening

Football London

Why has Saudi Arabia become big player in world sport and what does future hold?

The country sees sport as vital to diversifying its economy and encouraging activity among its citizens.

The Independent UK

For Saudi Arabia, rush of star football signings could be its most effective tool

Karim Benzema has joined Cristiano Ronaldo in the kingdom and other big-name players will follow in a carefully worked project

The Guardian - UK

Former Hearts boss Ian Cathro to work with Real Madrid hero Karim Benzema after mega-money transfer

The Real Madrid legend called time on his trophy-laden spell in the Spanish capital to make a mega money move to Al-Ittihad as he becomes the latest superstar signing in the Middle East.

Edinburgh Live

Kai Havertz Chelsea transfer latest: £55m Arsenal bid, deal 'agreed', Real Madrid interest

Chelsea transfer news: German forward Kai Havertz is edging closer to a Stamford Bridge exit with Arsenal the latest team linked to a move amid cooling interest from Real Madrid

Football London

Karim Benzema becomes the Saudi league's latest star after signing with Al-Ittihad

Ballon d’Or winner Karim Benzema left Real Madrid after 14 years to join Saudi Arabian club Al-Ittihad and is set to face Cristiano Ronaldo, who joined Al-Nassr in January

The Hindu

Harry Kane's stance on Real Madrid transfer as Daniel Levy sets new Tottenham price

Real Madrid look determined to sign Tottenham’s record goalscorer Harry Kane following Karim Benzema’s move to Saudi side Al-Ittihad and the striker has now responded to a potential move

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Daily Mirror

How Real Madrid could line up next season with Harry Kane after £330m transfer spree

Real Madrid missed out on both the Champions League and LaLiga titles in the 2022/23 season, and President Florentino Perez is set to react with a huge spending spree

Daily Mirror

N'Golo Kante set for £172m move after Chelsea U-turn - and will reunite with ex-teammate

N'Golo Kante had been locked in discussions with Chelsea regarding a new deal for months but the Frenchman has now seen a lucrative offer coming in from Saudi Arabia which could sway him

Football London

Chelsea transfer decision made as 'documents prepared' on huge £172m deal

Chelsea transfer news: Chelsea star N'Golo Kante is set to decide his future this summer as documents are being prepared for his next step

Chronicle Live

PIF's Saudi overhaul, Messi and Benzema arriving and what it all means for Newcastle United

Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund, who own 80 per cent of Newcastle United, have purchased majority stakes in four of the biggest clubs in the country

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The Times of India

Karim Benzema signs for Saudi Arabia's Al-Ittihad

NEW DELHI: Jeddah-based club Al-Ittihad on Tuesday officially confirmed that the Ballon d'Or winner from Real Madrid Karim Benzema has signed a three-year deal and will be joining Cristiano Ronaldo in Saudi Arabia.

Daily Mirror

13 players who could join Saudi Pro League next - from ex-Liverpool flop to Lionel Messi

Saudi Arabia is ready to throw money around in the summer transfer window in an effort to land some big-name stars and put its Pro League on the map amid a bid to host the 2030 World Cup

Al Jazeera

Karim Benzema signs 3-year deal with Saudi champions Al Ittihad

‘I am excited to experience a new football league,’ Benzema said after signing with the club for an undisclosed fee.

Sports Illustrated

Karim Benzema Joins Saudi Arabian Club Al-Ittihad After Leaving Real Madrid

The former Real Madrid star joins the Saudi league champions on a two-year deal reportedly worth more than $400 million.

The Independent UK

Stars react as Saudi Arabian money makes waves – Tuesday’s sporting social

LIV Golf completed a stunning merger and Karim Benzema’s move to Al-Ittihad swiftly followed.

Evening Standard

Karim Benzema: Al Ittihad confirm signing of Real Madrid legend on free transfer

Five-time Champions League winner brought glittering spell in Spain to an end last week

The Independent UK

Al-Ittihad confirm Karim Benzema deal after striker’s Real Madrid farewell

The 35-year-old has agreed a three-year contract with the Saudi champions.

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