Aleksandr Lyakazet, who played as a forward for France's Lyon and England's Arsenal, will be active in Saudi Arabia. This was reported by Euro-football.ru.
He signed a two-year contract with the new team in the Saudi top league, "Neom." The "Neom" project is a new city being built in the desert area by the current sheikh of the oil-rich country.
This city does not yet exist, and it is estimated to be fully completed by 2040. The "Neom" club is a newly established team that started playing in the third tier of Saudi football from 2023.
The club's promotion to the higher league and the arrival of an experienced player like Aleksandr Lyakazet is considered an important event for Saudi football. This move is expected to significantly contribute to the development of football in Saudi Arabia.
Additionally, the new city "Neom" project is seen as a symbol of economic and social changes in the region. Saudi Arabia is striving for new achievements not only as an oil exporter but also in the fields of sports and culture.
Through Lyakazet's activities, the country's football is expected to gain more international attention. He may also assist young players with his experience.
Saudi Arabia's new projects and investments in sports will help strengthen the country's position on the global sports map.
