#saudi-pro-league

#saudi-pro-league

The Oxford-born head coach has recently been appointed Al Kholood's head coach, the first Saudi club 100 per cent owned by foreign investors, The Harburg Group, fronted by American businessman Ben Harburg. Buckingham replaces outgoing boss Noureddine Zekri, with Cosmin Contra having spent 20 days as an interim boss in between. The new boss is excited for the challenge ahead, coming up against coaches like Simone Inzaghi, and players like Cristiano Ronaldo who Buckingham is actually two days younger than.

Jadon Sancho is close to a deadline-day move away from Manchester United (Image credit: Getty Images) The Premier League's summer transfer window closes on Monday with clubs still scrambling to get last-minute deals across the line. Alexander Isak, Jadon Sancho, Emi Martinez and Marc Guehi are just some of the names linked with last-minute moves away from their current clubs, with time running out. But what happens if their transfers fail to materialise before the 7pm deadline, and where else could they go?

Arsenal are edging closer to yet another signing this summer as they make breakthrough in the deal to sign Eberechi Eze. The Crystal Palace star was destined to joined Arsenal's Premier League rivals Tottenham but the Gunners joined the race and hijacked the deal in the last minute. The player's desire was always to play for the Gunners since he supports them. When Arteta and his team made their move, Eze instantly said yes.

Liverpool have agreed a fee of 53m (46.3m) plus add-ons with Al-Hilal for Darwin Nunez, who is expected to move to the Saudi Pro League.

Liverpool's summer transfer strategy under manager Arne Slot includes bringing in players like Florian Wirtz and Hugo Ekitike, while selling key assets like Trent Alexander-Arnold and Luis Diaz.

Al Hilal have explored a deal for Newcastle United striker Alexander Isak, gathering information about the financial details, but no formal contact with Newcastle has occurred.

Lucas Paqueta is seeking a new beginning and is open to offers from Flamengo and Saudi Arabian clubs following a challenging season at West Ham.

Al-Nassr remains committed to signing Luis Diaz from Liverpool, despite the club's firm stance on not selling the Colombian winger this summer.