Official | Lyon’s Mathys De Carvalho joins Saudi club Al-Diriyah
Defensive midfielder Mathys De Carvalho has transferred from Olympique Lyonnais to the Saudi Arabian club Al-Diriyah for €1.1 million. The 21-year-old has signed a contract lasting until 2029.
Why it matters
This transfer highlights the ongoing trend of European-trained talent moving to the Saudi Pro League, impacting the financial and competitive landscape of football.
Olympique Lyonnais' Mathys De Carvalho (21) has signed for Saudi Arabia's Al-Diriyah, the Rhône-based club confirmed on Monday.
Having come through the Rouge et Bleu academy, the defensive midfielder will bring in €1.1m for OL, who will also retain a 10 per cent share of any future transfer fee.
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