Press reports have revealed the reason why Italian star Marco Verratti, French star of Paris Saint-Germain, did not join Saudi Pro League Roshen this summer.
The Italian star came close to joining the Saudi Pro League Roshen via the Al-Hilal club portal and then also joined the Al-Ahly Jeddah club, entering deal talks in recent weeks.
Reason for Marco Verratti’s refusal to join the Saudi Roshen League
According to the French newspaper L’Equipe, the Italian midfielder was angry with the Spanish coach Luis Enrique, the new coach of the capital club.
The newspaper pointed out that this was due to the way he managed the team, as well as the transfer market, which prompted the Italian player to consider leaving the ranks of the French team.
And noted that the Paris Saint-Germain administration held emergency talks with the two parties to resolve the crisis between the player and his coach.
This prompted the Italian to abandon the idea of leaving the first team for an Italian club. Saudi Professional League Roshen.
The Italian star joined the capital’s clubs in the summer of 2012 and has a contract with the team until 2026.