Raphael Veiga, Palmeiras’ top scorer and greatest assistant last season, could leave the club to join Al Ettifaq, from Saudi Arabia
O Palm trees could lose one of its main players, a fundamental piece of the Abel Ferreira since your arrival. After some rumors from European football, Raphael Veiga It also caught the attention of clubs in Saudi Arabia, which have been making large investments. Thus, the Al Ettifaq would have opened conversations with the São Paulo club to seek contact with the midfielder.
The information comes from the Italian journalist Fabrizio Romano, specialist in the transfer market. According to the publication, the Saudi club approached Palmeiras and began a negotiation process. However, despite the Saudis’ proximity to Verdão, which surpassed the survey barrier, nothing is very advanced.
In the Italian journalist’s view, this is a signing that will not be easy for Al Ettifaq, who are looking for a new midfielder after the departure of Jordan Hendersonwho left Saudi Arabia to return to European football, in Ajax. According to Romano, other teams are monitoring Veiga’s situation, including clubs in Europe.
Last season, Raphael Veiga had a more troubled start, but he was crucial for Palmeiras’ recovery in the Brasileirãoleading the team alongside Endrick for the national title. In 2023, the number 23 scored 18 goals and provided 16 assists, in 60 games played.
Source: sportbuzz
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