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Neymar in Saudi Arabia – What are the Details of His Transfer?
Contrary to belief, Neymar’s mega-money move to the Saudi Pro League when he joined Al Hilal was NOT the biggest summer football transfer fee. However, it is the most lucrative deal when you take into account all of the bonuses, sponsorship deals, add-ons, and extras he received.
It’s one of the most extraordinary deals ever, and the initial fee was reported to be worth somewhere in the region of £86 million (approx. €90M). Let’s take a closer look at some of the finer details that we know so far.
What were some of the terms of Neymar’s new contract with Saudi Pro League Club Al Hilal?
As mentioned, the initial transfer fee came to around €90 million, and it will see Neymar at Al Hilal for the next two years if he sees out his contract in full.
Although it was the most expensive purchase in the top flight of men’s professional football in Saudi Arabia, there were several even bigger transfers in Europe:
- #4: Harry Kane’s move from English Premier League side Tottenham Hotspur to German Bundesliga side Bayern Munich cost around £86 million, plus a further £14 million in lucrative add-ons
- #3: Jude Bellingham’s move from German Bundesliga side Borussia Dortmund to Spanish La Liga side Real Madrid cost around £88 million, plus a further £25.60 million in add-ons
- #2: Declan Rice’s move from English Premier League (EPL) side West Ham United to EPL side Arsenal cost around £100 million, plus a further £5 million in add-ons
- #1: Moises Caicedo’s move from EPL side Brighton & Hove Albion to league rivals Chelsea cost around £100 million, plus a further £15 million in add-ons
According to reports, Neymar is set to earn more than a mouth-watering £129 million per year playing for Al Hilal!
Where can I bet on Neymar and the Saudi Pro League?
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Can Al Hilal win the league now they have Neymar?
Al Hilal are currently priced at around 7/4 in the fractional odds format to win the Saudi Pro League 2023/24. Al-Ittihad are priced at 11/5, and Al Ahli Jeddah are priced at 9/2.
This means that Neymar’s team, Al Hilal, have a 36.40% implied probability rate of going on to win this year’s campaign, which makes them the odds-on favourites. 7/4 also means 2.75 in decimal odds and +175 in American/moneyline odds.
What else has Neymar earned from this amazing transfer deal?
Not only will the Brazilian icon take home a cool £2.5 million a week (which is an incredible amount worth more than six times what he earned at Paris Saint-Germain), but several other perks were also included in the deal.
According to leaked reports, facts, and rumours, he has been given A PRIVATE JET and three cars worth around £500,000 – a Lamborghini Huracan, an Aston Martin DBX, and a Bentley Continental GP.
He also has a luxurious home with 25 rooms, a 40-metre by 10-metre swimming pool, five full-time workers (cooks/cleaners), and a constant supply of his family’s favourite refreshments – Guarana drinks and Acai juice.
They have also agreed to pay for his expenses at any restaurants he eats at with his family and any hotel expenses he runs up during his stay in Saudi Arabia. With a deal like this, he is effectively living in the country for free AND getting all these extra, so you can see why it wasn’t hard for him to turn down!
Final note
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Blackburn Rovers
Oxford United Still in Shock After Devastating Loss of 15 Year Old Academy Goalkeeper as Club Pays Tribute to Teenage Talent
Oxford United remains in shock following the devastating loss of a 15-year-old academy goalkeeper. Amelia Aplin collapsed during a Junior Premier League match against Fulham at the Oxford training ground in Horspath on March 7. The teenager had been described as a player with immense promise. Her passing has sent shockwaves through the football community.
Over the past weekend, teams across the Women’s Super League held a minute’s silence in memory of Amelia. Oxford United’s general manager Gemma Sims spoke about the impact on the club almost a fortnight after the tragedy.
Everyone Still in Shock at the Club
Sims said, “Everyone is still in shock, and obviously, the staff and the players who were present on the day are finding it tough. It’s obviously been devastating for everybody at the club, but something like this doesn’t just hit the whole club, it’s hit the wider community as well.”
Liam Gilbert, manager of Oxford Women’s first team, echoed similar sentiments, calling it an extremely difficult period. “Amelia was a very talented individual who had a really high ceiling and was very well thought of. The most important thing there’s been for us is just getting around each other, it’s really united the entire club,” he said.
Watford Held Applause in 15th Minute
Tributes to Amelia have been paid across the football world, including at Watford on Tuesday night, with many supporters also checking football live scores as clubs around the country paused to honour her memory. An applause was held during the 15th minute of the Hornets’ Championship game against Wrexham. Amelia had been a massive fan of the Vicarage Road club, which made the tribute particularly poignant.
Gilbert said the support from the wider football community had been astonishing. “Hopefully it’s something that we can use in a positive way as we move forward,” he explained.
Will Take Long Time to Recover
Members of Amelia’s family attended Oxford’s game against Blackburn Rovers last week alongside her teammates, who went onto the pitch before kick off. Oxford United legend Peter Rhoades-Brown addressed the Kassam Stadium crowd, saying, “She was a goalkeeper of immense promise, playing for our girls in the Under 18s side at just 15. Amelia was a teammate, a friend, a sister, a niece, and a daughter.”
Sims acknowledged the recovery process will be lengthy. “It’s going to take a long time. People will grieve differently at different times. For us, it’s just important that we take things slowly, that the girls only return to training as and when they’re ready. We’ll support them as much as we can,” she said.
Also read: Amy Carr Dies Aged 35: What Happened to the Late Arsenal and Chelsea Star?
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USWNT Watch: Alyssa Thompson Wins League Cup With Chelsea While Lindsey Heaps and Lily Yohannes Lift French Cup With Lyon as Silverware Galore
It has been a busy few weeks for members of the United States women’s national team who returned to major club competitions shortly after winning the SheBelieves Cup for the eighth time. Lindsey Heaps and Lily Yohannes, teammates for both club and country, helped OL Lyonnes capture the French Cup title, defeating Paris Saint Germain 1-0.
Chelsea faced Manchester United in the League Cup final on Sunday, with USWNT forward Alyssa Thompson dressing for the Blues. Naomi Girma was ruled out with an injury, while Cat Macario was not included in the squad. Chelsea defeated Manchester United and goalkeeper Phallon Tullis Joyce 2-0 thanks to goals from Lauren James and Aggie Beaver Jones.
No Girma No Problem as Chelsea Find Way
Chelsea were without several key players in Sunday’s League Cup final, including USWNT center back Naomi Girma, who did not dress because of a calf injury. The Blues faced a difficult task against Manchester United without Girma, Millie Bright, Sam Kerr, and Ellie Carpenter, among others.
Still, Chelsea found a way despite the absences. “Hopefully it’s not too bad and she can be available for the next game,” Chelsea manager Sonia Bompastor told the BBC when asked about Girma. The Blues return to action on Wednesday against Brighton.
Yohannes Shines as Super Sub for Lyon
While Yohannes was not involved in OL Lyonnes’ goal against PSG, she played an important role after entering in the second half, ensuring there was no drop off in the team’s rhythm. Subbing into midfield and maintaining the same level of play is a job well done, and Yohannes often delivers when asked to do just that.
Heaps All Over Pitch in Cup Victory
Lindsey Heaps was all over the pitch in OL Lyonnes’ victory over PSG. She was involved in several attacking runs, quick combinations, and one two moments throughout the match. Heaps’ dummy on a cross set up Melchie Dumornay for the go ahead goal, which proved decisive.
Chelsea
Joe Montemurro Makes Remarkable Juventus vs Chelsea Comparison After Matildas Gets Past Best Team at Asia Cup
Joe Montemurro showed a flexibility to his approach in the Women’s Asian Cup quarter finals that meant the Matildas prevailed by adapting to the circumstances in front of them, even if it was contradictory to the style that is in his DNA. Australia edged North Korea 2-1 in Perth to make the semi finals in what was a resilient performance against the tournament’s best team.
“Let’s be frank and honest here. Winning football games like that, it usually happens in tournaments,” Montemurro said after the victory. The Italian boss then turned to his captain, Sam Kerr, in the press conference and referenced one of his key wins in European football with Juventus against her Chelsea side.
Had 450 Million Shots and We Had One
“I’ve done it a few times like that in Champions League. I think there was a game against Chelsea, we got a draw. They had 450 million shots, and we had one,” Montemurro said with a smile. This Champions League reference perfectly illustrated the type of performance Australia needed to overcome North Korea.
He added, “We knew that they were a great side. They’re the best team in the tournament. They really are. So we just had to be methodical. Where we won the game were the little bits in between, as we were losing the ball or as we were winning the ball to keep our shape and keep our organisation. We didn’t create much. We had to resist a lot.”
It’s Who I Am But Part of Remit to Win
Montemurro was absolutely honest about abandoning his preferred style for tournament pragmatism. “Do I want to play a possession based game? Do I want to keep the ball? It’s who I am. It’s my DNA, but part of my remit is to win football matches,” he explained.
He continued, “Sometimes you have to have that flexibility. At this level, it’s all about moments. It’s all about taking those moments.”
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