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Fabinho receives Rolex watch after league debut, Al-Ittihad leads

Posted : 16 August 2023
The spotlight of this summer's transfer window has been undeniably on the Saudi league, which has attracted a multitude of star players and kicked off its action-packed season last weekend. At the forefront of the league table following the inaugural round is the reigning champions, Al-Ittihad. They secured a convincing 3-0 victory over Al Raed on Monday, netting all three goals in the second half.
 
Al-Ittihad, based in Jeddah, has set their sights on another triumphant season, having bolstered their squad with marquee signings including Karim Benzema, Angolo Kante, Jota, and Fabinho.

Notably, Fabinho, who was acquired this summer for a substantial fee of €40 million after an illustrious five-year stint at Liverpool, received a special memento upon his debut.

As he left the stadium, the Brazilian midfielder encountered a devoted fan who gifted him a luxurious Rolex watch. The 29-year-old player appeared genuinely touched and appreciative of the heartfelt gesture, encapsulating the ongoing transformation that the world of football is experiencing this summer.
 
The prominent stars who made their move to Saudi Arabia this summer include:
 
Al-Ittihad:
- Karim Benzema (Real Madrid)
- Angolo Kante (Chelsea)
- Fabinho (Liverpool)
- Jota (Celtic)
 
Al-Nassr:
- Sadio Mane (Bayern Munich)
- Marcelo Brozovic (Inter)
- Sekou Fofana (Lance)
- Alex Telles (Manchester United)
 
Al Hilal:
- Ruben Neves (Wolves)
- Sergej Milinkovic-Savic (Lazio)
- Kalidou Koulibaly (Chelsea)
- Malcom (Zenit St. Petersburg)
 
Al-Ahly:
- Riyad Mahrez (Manchester City)
- Roberto Firmino (Liverpool)
- Edouard Mendy (Chelsea)
- Allan Saint-Maximin (Newcastle)
- Roger Ibáñez (Roma)
- Franck Kessie (Barcelona)
 
Al-Ittifaq:
- Jordan Henderson (Liverpool) and manager Steven Gerrard
 
These high-profile transfers underline the significant shifts taking place within global football during this dynamic summer. The Saudi league's allure has drawn top talents, reshaping the landscape of football competitions.

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