Georginio Wijnaldum has become another famous European footballer to move to Saudi Arabia. Going to join forces with Jordan Henderson, an old friend from his time playing with Liverpool. But this time changing to Al-Ettifaq with Steven Gerrard managing the team.
Saudi Pro League side Al-Ettifaq have confirmed the acquisition of Dutch midfielder Georginio Wijnaldum. Has officially joined the army. On Saturday, September 2nd By signing a contract for 3 years or until the middle of 2026. An undisclosed fee is expected to be paid to Paris Saint-Germain. Agency in the French Ligue 1, approximately 10 million euros or approximately 383 million baht
The 32-year-old star will be reunited with former Liverpool teammate Jordan Henderson, with Reds legend Steven Gerrard taking on the role of team manager at this time. And it is reported that Stevie G has called the Windmill midfielder. Which became surplus to PSG after Luis Enrique did not want to use it along with persuasion. Which he responded to Before traveling, have a physical examination and sign a contract.
The team of the capital of Perfume A statement on the club’s official website said: ” Georginio Wijnaldum, Netherlands national football player, has moved to join Al-Ettifaq, a club from Saudi Arabia, on a permanent basis. The club wishes him well.” Jorginho will be lucky for the rest of his career.”
Wijnaldum joined PSG from the Red Machines on a free transfer in 2021, but he has struggled to compete for a position. By playing as a starter in only 18 league games out of 31 total games and also scoring only 1 goal and 3 assists, he had to find a new team to play on the field before moving to Roma on loan for 1 season . But he unfortunately suffered a shin bone fracture during training in August 2022, which limited him to playing 23 games for the Italian team in all competitions. Then returned to Paris this season and bid farewell to the สมัคร ufabet team.
As for Al-Ettifaq ‘s performance, they have played 5 matches, winning 3, drawing 1, losing 1, with 10 points. The latest match defeated Damak 3-1 and moved up to 5th place in the score table, with 10 points. Behind leaders Al-Hilal and Al-Tawon are 3 points. The next match will be a visit to Abha on Friday, September 15, where Wijnaldum is expected to be sent to play. Really his first match in the league of the oil rich country.