Reliable Italian journalist Fabrizio Romano dropped a bombshell in Saudi and international football circles, after revealing via his official account on the social media platform “X” that French star Moussa Diaby, winger of Saudi club Al-Ittihad, has agreed to the offer made by Italian club Inter Milan to join its ranks in the coming period.
According to details published by Romano, the initial agreement between the player and the Italian club stipulates that Diaby will join on loan for a substantial fee of €35 million, with an option for Inter Milan to purchase the player outright. This news comes as a shock to Al-Ittihad fans, especially since the player is considered a key pillar of the club's sporting project.
Details of Diaby's contract with Al-Ittihad
It is worth noting that Moussa Diaby joined Al-Ittihad in a high-profile transfer during the summer transfer window of 2024, arriving from English club Aston Villa. The player signed a long-term contract extending for five seasons until 2029, in a deal valued at approximately €60 million, with an annual salary of €15.3 million, making him one of the most expensive signings in the club's history.
A distinguished career in European stadiums
The 26-year-old French winger boasts an impressive resume in European football before arriving in the Saudi Professional League. He progressed through the ranks at Paris Saint-Germain before making a significant impact at Bayer Leverkusen, where his exceptional speed, playmaking ability, and goal-scoring prowess paved the way for his move to the English Premier League with Aston Villa.
Potential impact of the deal
The departure of a player of Moussa Diaby's caliber and potential after such a short time with the club could cast a shadow over Al-Ittihad's tactical plans, as they strive to compete strongly for all domestic and continental titles. Furthermore, the interest shown by a club of Inter Milan's stature, a former Champions League runner-up and Italian league champion, underscores the player's high technical ability and reflects the attention major European clubs pay to stars playing in the Saudi Professional League.
