Central defender Jan-Karlo Shimich has become a player of the "Al-Ittiho" club. This was reported by Euro-football.ru.
The transfer of the Serbian footballer was announced on the official website of the Saudi Arabian team. Shimich was bought from the Belgian club "Anderlecht".
Earlier, well-known football insider Fabrizio Romano reported that the deal amount reached 21 million euros including bonuses. The defender signed a four-year contract with "Al-Ittiho".
Last season, Jan-Karlo Shimich played 49 matches for "Anderlecht", scoring four goals and providing two assists. Currently, "Al-Ittiho" is in second place in the Saudi Arabian championship with three points.
The team is striving to achieve good results in the upcoming matches as well. Shimich's arrival will help strengthen the club's defense further.
Football fans have high hopes for the new transfer. The club management also considers this acquisition successful.
Jan-Karlo Shimich's performance and results are expected to continue at a high level as in the previous season.
