Manchester City has officially confirmed that Riyad Mahrez, the Algerian winger, has completed a £30m move to Al Ahli, a club in the Saudi Pro League. The 32-year-old has inked a contract that extends until 2027, with reports from Fabrizio Romano indicating that he will be earning an impressive £750,000 per week. To finalize the transfer, Mahrez was granted permission to miss City’s pre-season tour to Japan and South Korea.
Mahrez initially joined Manchester City in 2018 after his £60m transfer from Leicester. During his time at the Etihad Stadium, he experienced immense success, contributing significantly to the team’s achievements. Throughout his tenure, Mahrez won an impressive tally of four Premier League titles, two FA Cups, three Carabao Cups, and capped it off with a Champions League triumph. His performances were influential in the club’s pursuit of silverware during his stay with the Blues.