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    Allan Saint-Maximin leaves Newcastle to join Saudi Arabian club Al-Ahli

    Planet Sport writerStaff Writer30 July 2023
    Allan Saint-Maximin

    Allan Saint-Maximin

    Allan Saint-Maximin has left the Premier League and Newcastle United for Saudi Pro League side Al-Ahli.

    Allan Saint-Maximin has become the latest player to swap the Premier League for the Saudi Pro League after leaving Newcastle to join Al-Ahli.

    The former France youth international spent four years at St James' Park and leaves for an undisclosed fee.
    Saint-Maximin will team up with both Roberto Firmino and Riyad Mahrez at Al-Ahli as the influx of top names to Saudi Arabia shows no sign of abating.
    The 26-year-old scored 13 goals across 124 appearances for the Magpies, but has struggled with niggling injuries in recent seasons.
    The deal to sell Saint-Maximin has drawn criticism as the Saudi Public Investment Fund having the majority ownership in both Newcastle and Al-Ahli.
    "Everyone at Newcastle United thanks Allan for his contribution to the club and community and extends best wishes for the next chapter in his career," Newcastle said in a statement confirming his departure.