BIG NEWS: Saudi Arabia comes after a Barcelona star

There are clubs in the Saudi competition that are desperate to pay huge amounts for this player

Héctor Andreu | 26 Jan 2025 | 09.40
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Saudi Arabia explores the signing of Pedri / Los Angeles Times
Saudi Arabia explores the signing of Pedri / Los Angeles Times

Saudi Arabia continues to consolidate its presence in world football with ambitious moves in the market. After expressing their willingness to pay 350 million euros for Vinicius Jr., they now have their eyes set on Pedri, one of the brightest prospects from FC Barcelona. Saudi interest in the Canarian player has grown following his standout performance in the recent Spanish Super Cup, held in Saudi territory, where he was the most acclaimed player by the local fans.

The Barcelona midfielder, whose contract expires in June 2026, is in advanced negotiations to extend his deal with Barcelona until 2030. According to Sport, the agreement is almost finalized after meetings between Deco, the club's sporting director, and Héctor Peris, the player's representative, during the tournament. Despite this, Saudi Arabia is not giving up on signing him and continues to explore ways to attract the player, backed by a new injection of 4 billion euros to strengthen their football project for the 2034 World Cup, of which they will be hosts.

The 1 billion release clause does not deter anyone

Pedri's release clause, set at 1 billion euros, does not seem to hinder Saudi aspirations. They see the 22-year-old player as a key figure both for his talent and potential. Moreover, they plan to make him an ambassador for their football and the upcoming World Cup, when the Canarian will be at the peak of his career.

While Saudi Arabia's intentions are clear, everything indicates that Pedri will remain loyal to Barça. His commitment to the club and desire to continue succeeding at Camp Nou appear to secure his continuity. Nevertheless, Saudi football once again shows its readiness to do the unthinkable to change the global football landscape.

This news is an automatic translation. You can read the original news, BOMBAZO: Arabia Saudí viene a por una estrella del Barcelona