Saudi Arabia’s Al Nassr Sign Portugal’s Costa from Mallorca
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- Saudi Pro League club Al Nassr signed Portugal midfielder Samu Costa from Spanish side Mallorca.
- Both clubs confirmed the transfer on Sunday, with Al Nassr welcoming Costa with a video referencing their 'Knights of Najd' nickname.
- Costa previously represented Portugal at the World Cup, reaching the round of 16.
Saudi Arabian club Al Nassr has secured the signing of Portuguese midfielder Samu Costa from LaLiga team Mallorca, the clubs announced Sunday. The transfer marks another significant move for the Saudi Pro League, which has attracted numerous international players.
The odyssey begins. Samu has arrived, to fight for you.
Al Nassr welcomed their new signing with a post on X, formerly Twitter, that read, "The odyssey begins. Samu has arrived, to fight for you." The accompanying video depicted a medieval battle scene, with Costa appearing in the club's kit while riding a horse, a nod to Al Nassr's 'Knights of Najd' moniker.
RCD Mallorca and Al Nassr have reached an agreement for the transfer of Samu Costa.
Mallorca confirmed the agreement for Costa's transfer, expressing gratitude for his "commitment and professionalism" during his time with the Spanish club. Costa was a member of the Portugal squad that competed in the recent World Cup, where they advanced to the round of 16 before being eliminated by the eventual champions, Spain.
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