Why Riyad Mahrez Left Saudi Arabia’s Al Ahli

Al-Ahli Saudi Club official has revealed the behind-the-scenes details surrounding Riyad Mahrez’s departure from the club during the current summer transfer window, identifying the person responsible for accelerating the Algerian star’s exit after a three-year spell with the Jeddah-based side.Previous media reports had attributed Al Ahli’s decision to part ways with Mahrez to his advancing age—he is now 35—as well as the club’s desire to reduce its wage bill and launch a new sporting project without him.

The decision came as a surprise after Al Ahli activated a clause allowing it to terminate the contract unilaterally after three years, reportedly in exchange for a payment of up to $15 million, despite the agreement having one year remaining.شاهد المحتوى كاملا على الشروق أونلاينThe post Wh