Saudi Pro League Announces 10 Foreign Players in the Squad As Cristiano Ronaldo’s Al Nassr Eye Big Transfers
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Big news has just arrived for fans of Al Nassr and the Saudi League. The Saudi Pro League has announced a rule change that will allow up to ten international players per squad starting in the upcoming season. This news comes at a vital time for Cristiano Ronaldo‘s Al Nassr, as they seek to bring in extra worldwide talents to reinforce their squad.
In recent months, Al Nassr has been surrounded by rumors regarding their pursuit of big-name players consisting of Kevin De Bruyne and Casemiro, among many others. The club’s ambition to compete on the biggest stage with some of the best talents is evident. And now the league’s rule change is a step inside the proper course to guide this pursuit of top-class talents.
Saudi Pro League is increasing its foreign player limit!
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According to sports broadcaster Ben Jacobs, the Saudi Pro League has agreed to a change in rule for the 2024/25 season. In line with the new rule, Saudi teams will have 25 players on their roster, with an increase within the foreign player restriction to 10.
The Saudi Pro League has agreed a rule change for 2024/25 allowing for 25 roster players and an increase on the foreign quota from eight to ten.
Only eight foreigners can participate per match, but ten can be registered from next season.🇸🇦
— Ben Jacobs (@JacobsBen) December 29, 2023
Currently, the restriction on international players that a team can register is only eight. The implementation of this rule presented challenges for Saudi clubs in attracting players from different countries. However, it is also important to note that while teams can register ten international players, only eight of them can participate per match.
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This new rule will help prevent the recurrence of scenarios similar to that of Vincent Aboubakar. It forced the Cameroonian striker to depart from Al Nassr prematurely because of reaching the limit of eight players following the acquisition of Cristiano Ronaldo. Now the question arises as to which players Al Nassr targets.
Al Nassr intends to solidify the midfield to support Cristiano Ronaldo
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According to reports, Al Nassr is still vying to sign Manchester City’s Kevin De Bruyne, as well as Manchester United’s midfielder and Cristiano Ronaldo’s former teammate Casemiro. The need for this move comes as a result of Luis Castro’s dissatisfaction with Seko Fofana’s performance.
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Fofana’s underwhelming display has raised the need for a replacement. It is highly speculated that Al Nassr will make a firm push to sign both midfielders in January. However, acquiring such high-profile players will probably come at a significant cost for The Knights of Najd.
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