"Ronaldo influence is unreal," "Ruined his career" - Fans in disbelief as 21-year-old star linked with move to Chelsea and Liverpool joins Saudi club
Highly sought-after 21-year-old rising star Gabri Veiga has bypassed some of Europe's most illustrious clubs, including Liverpool and Chelsea, to ink a deal with Saudi Arabia's Al Ahli. The news, as revealed by Fabrizio Romano, has left fans perplexed and astonished.
Stamford Bridge and Anfield were considered potential homes for the dazzling young talent, and Napoli seemed on the brink of a deal with Veiga's former Spanish club, Celta.
However, negotiations have reportedly hit a snag. Inside sources (via GOAL) alluded to strained discussions between the parties, and the deal fell through.
Veiga, who has been previously associated with titans like Manchester City, Chelsea, and Liverpool, looked poised to grace a top European club this season. However, Al Ahli have emerged as the winner in the race for the young talent.
The acquisition of Veiga has shown that Al Ahli are determined to invest in the brightest talents globally. Their inclusion of Veiga signals their seriousness in becoming a force to be reckoned with.
According to Romano's reveal, the guidance and influence of head coach Matthias Jaissle played a pivotal role in Veiga's surprising decision.
While the move has left European powerhouses scrambling to look elsewhere for fresh talent, it has ignited a frenzy of reactions among fans. Social media platforms, particularly Twitter, have been abuzz with expressions of disbelief, amazement, and even a measure of scorn. Here is a selection of their tweets:
Midfield sensations Moises Caicedo and Romeo Lavia chose Chelsea over Liverpool as their decisions raised eyebrows. Ex-Blues player Emmanuel Petit has also slammed them for opting to choose "just money" (via Metro) over making a sporting decision.
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