On the same day that it announced Neymar as its newest reinforcement, Al-Hilal approached, this Tuesday, the signing of Moroccan goalkeeper Yassine Bono, who belongs to Sevilla. The information comes from journalist Fabrizio Romano, specialist in the transfer market.
According to the professional, the proposal for the 32-year-old player is around 18 and 19 million euros (about R$ 100 million). Talks between the Saudis and Spaniards are at an advanced stage.
Al Hilal are closing in on Yassine Bono deal with Sevilla. Talks discussing final details — fee close to €18/19m 🇸🇦🇲🇦
Bayern have left negotiations today as they believe Al Hilal’s bid is way higher.
Optimism to make it happen soon. pic.twitter.com/TkhwWZnAOR
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) August 15, 2023
The goalkeeper, highlight of Morocco in the 2022 World Cup, was even closer to transferring to Saudi Arabia after Bayern Munich, which is looking for a replacement for Manuel Neuer, ended negotiations due to considering the offer made by Al-Hilal too high.
Thus, still according to Fabrizio Romano, both parties are optimistic for the deal to go through. Bono has a contract with Sevilla until June 2025.
If the deal is closed, the goalkeeper will join defender Koulibaly, midfielders Rúben Neves and Milinkovic-Savic, and striker Malcom, in addition to Neymar, at the Arab club. There are still expectations of midfielder Marco Verratti and center forward Aleksandar Mitrovic also signing with the Saudis.
Source: Gazetaesportiva
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