Al-Ahli Signs Algerian Winger Mahrez From Manchester City
Saudi Arabian club Al-Ahli have signed Algerian international winger Riyad Mahrez from Manchester City, the club announced on Friday.
Mahrez, 32, scored 78 goals and made 59 assists in 236 appearances in all competitions for Manchester City and won 11 trophies at the club, including five league titles following his move from Leicester City in 2018.
The wait is over: Riyad is real 🥶💚@Mahrez22#MahrezToAlahli
— Al-Ahli Saudi Club (@ALAHLI_FCEN) July 28, 2023
“To play for Manchester City has been an honour and privilege,” Mahrez said in a statement. “I came to City to win trophies and enjoy my football and I achieved all that and so much more.”
“I have had five unforgettable years with this football club, working with unbelievable players, fantastic supporters, and the best manager in the world. Manchester City will forever be a huge and happy part of my life.”
The Saudi Pro league has become an attractive destination for Europe-based players since Cristiano Ronaldo moved to Al Nassr in January.
Mahrez will team up with Senegal goalkeeper Edouard Mendy, who joined the Saudi club from Chelsea last month.
City could also part with another midfielder as Portuguese international Bernardo Silva has been linked with a move to Saudi Arabia with Al Hilal.
