More and more big-name players from the world of football are heading for the Saudi Pro League.
There has been a powerful recruitment drive by the PIF-owned clubs in Saudi Arabia as the league looks to establish itself among the best in the world, with Sadio Mane’s departure from Bayern Munich to Al-Nassr the latest move to go through.
Here, the PA news agency looks at some of the key players already in the Middle East preparing for the new season.
Cristiano Ronaldo – Al-Nassr
After his acrimonious departure from Manchester United, five-time Ballon D’Or winner Ronaldo headed to Saudi Arabia as a statement signing that told the footballing world the league meant business.
Karim Benzema – Al-Ittihad
Reigning Ballon D’Or winner Benz…