Soccer-Ajax land Brazilian forward Marcos Leonardo from Al-Hilal
Ajax has signed Brazilian forward Marcos Leonardo from Al-Hilal for approximately €20 million on a five-year contract. This move follows Leonardo's successful stint in the Saudi Pro League and marks Ajax's third signing of the current transfer window.
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High-profile transfers between international leagues highlight the shifting economic landscape of professional soccer and the movement of talent between global clubs.
July 18 (Reuters) - Ajax hassigned Brazilian striker Marcos Leonardo from Al-Hilal for a fee of just under €20 million euros ($22.88 million), the Dutch club said on Friday.
• The 23-year-old has signed a five-year contract with the Eredivisie side.
• Leonardo joined Al-Hilal from Portuguese club Benfica in 2024 and had a prolific stint at the Saudi Pro League club, scoring 48 goals in 82 appearances.
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