Fabinho’s Transfer to Al-Ittihad Liverpool’s Midfield Transformation Continues
Liverpool’s Brazilian midfielder, Fabinho, has completed his transfer to Saudi Arabian club Al-Ittihad, signing a three-year contract. The £40 million bid from Al-Ittihad led to Fabinho’s departure from Liverpool, and he was excluded from the team’s recent training camps in Germany and Singapore.
After representing Liverpool for five years, Fabinho expressed his gratitude to the club and its fans, stating that he leaves with a heart full of joy, considering Liverpool his “home.”
Fabinho’s move is part of Al-Ittihad’s summer recruitment drive for the Saudi Pro League, where they have already secured notable players like Ballon d’Or winner Karim Benzema, N’Golo Kante, and Jota, under the management of Nuno Espirito Santo, the former manager of Wolves and Spurs.
During his time at Liverpool, Fabinho played a crucial role in the team’s success, contributing to their triumphs in various competitions, including the Premier League, Champions League, FA Cup, League Cup, and the FIFA Club World Cup. Liverpool thanked Fabinho for his significant contributions to the club’s accomplishments over the past five years.
Fabinho’s departure, along with Jordan Henderson’s move to Al-Ettifaq under Steven Gerrard, has led to a significant overhaul of Liverpool’s midfield this summer. Additional players like James Milner, Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain, and Naby Keita have also left the club after their contracts expired. As a result, Liverpool has appointed Virgil van Dijk as the new captain and Trent Alexander-Arnold as the vice-captain, signifying a period of transition for the team.
Fabinho’s transfer to Al-Ittihad highlights the competitive nature of football’s transfer market and the allure of the Saudi Pro League in attracting renowned players from around the world. As he begins a new chapter in his career, Liverpool will continue to reshape its squad and leadership to remain competitive in the upcoming season.
