In a significant transfer move, Brazilian midfielder Fabinho has bid farewell to Liverpool and officially signed a three-year contract with Saudi Arabian club Al-Ittihad, as announced by the club on Monday. The 29-year-old's departure from Liverpool was evident as he was absent from their recent training camp in Germany and was also excluded from the Premier League club's pre-season trip to Singapore, indicating advanced negotiations with his new team.
Al-Ittihad expressed enthusiasm about the acquisition, stating that Fabinho's addition is a vital step towards reinforcing their squad with exceptional players who will bolster the team's potential for upcoming domestic and international competitions.
Joining forces with the likes of Karim Benzema, Fabinho becomes the latest high-profile player to make the move to the Saudi Pro League, adding to the growing list of prominent football stars seeking new opportunities in the vibrant Saudi football scene. With this exciting signing, Al-Ittihad aims to elevate their competitiveness and make a strong impact in the football landscape.
Fabinho's departure from Liverpool marks the end of a successful chapter for the midfielder in the English Premier League, while Al-Ittihad eagerly anticipates the contributions of their new star player in the seasons to come. Football enthusiasts around the world will be watching closely as Fabinho embraces this new chapter of his career and seeks to make a lasting impact in Saudi Arabian football.