The Saudi Arabia 'Bubble'? Players Who Said Goodbye to Millions

In the summer of 2023, Saudi Arabia became a magnet for many footballers, with Saudi Pro League clubs offering lucrative contracts. Players like Jordan Henderson followed the example of Cristiano Ronaldo.

However, a few months later, several footballers began to leave. Some expressed regret, while others returned to Europe after securing significant financial gains. The most recent case is that of João Cancelo, who returned to Barcelona after being excluded from Al Hilal.