Premier League Stars Targeted by Saudi Pro League for Mega Transfers

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Several of the Premier League's biggest stars are reportedly of interest to the Saudi Pro League - including Liverpool's all-important trio.

The Middle East and its riches secured the signature of several players from England's top division as well as fellow stars from other European leagues.

The likes of Roberto Firmino, Riyad Mahrez, and Jordan Henderson were some of the major names to depart England for Saudi Arabia to give credence to the emerging league that continues to threaten the footballing monopoly in Europe.

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Offering vast transfer fees and hefty wage packets, the Saudi Pro League - owned by the sovereign fund of the nation - has extremely deep pockets and will reportedly return to the Premier League with a few big names on their transfer wish-list, according to ESPN.

There are reportedly nine players that the division will look to sign to further strengthen the increasingly popular league, with Mohamed Salah perhaps their number one target.

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The Liverpool superstar was subject to intense interest from the Middle East last season, where Al-Ittihad reportedly offered £150million to sign the Egyptian but was swiftly rejected by the Reds who decided not to part ways with their talisman.

The 31-year-old isn't alone as the sole Liverpool target for Saudi. His team-mates Alisson and Virgil van Dijk are reportedly also wanted as they look to test the loyalty of the Reds' stars upon the impending exit of Jurgen Klopp this summer.

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The three-time reigning Premier League champions aren't exempt from pressure to keep their players away from the riches of the Middle East. Skipper Kevin De Bruyne and Bernardo Silva are also seemingly high on the wish-list of clubs.

Despite a spluttering season for Manchester United, the club do have quite a bit of talent within their roster, with captain Bruno Fernandes and midfielder Casemiro potentially being monitored in case any Saudi side decides to pull a trigger on a move.

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The eighth player said to be in demand is Fulham midfielder Andreas Pereira who's impressed greatly at the club ever since leaving Old Trafford in 2022.