Cristiano Ronaldo has always been appreciated for his role in the growth of the Saudi Pro League, but the signing of a player like Sadio Mane also played a key role in it. Since his arrival at the league, the former Liverpool player established a strong connection with the Al-Nassr fanbase.
Big loss for Cristiano Ronaldo's Al-Nassr
As per the recent developments, it is being said that the Senegal international could leave the Knights of Najd in the summer transfer window.
Turkish giants, Besiktas have submitted an official bid for the signing of the former Liverpool player and are looking to complete the signing in the coming weeks.
Reportedly, Besiktas tried twice to sign the star player in the past year, with Mane's signing the Turkish club wants to improve their status in the European competitions. On the other hand, Al-Nassr are also looking to create a future without Sadio Mane in the upcoming season.
As per the Turkish news outlet Sporx, Besiktas have submitted an official offer to sign the Senegal international from Al-Nassr in the coming summer transfer window.
"Besiktas has made an official offer to sign Senegalese forward Sadio Mane from Al-Nassr during the summer transfer window, and the club is looking to negotiate with the player to finalise the deal in the coming period."
Sadio Mane's impact at Al-Nassr
Sadio Mane arrived at Al-Nassr from Bayern Munich in the summer of 2023 on a three-year contract. In 119 outings, Mane managed to amass 47 goals and 32 assists across all competitions for the Knights of Najd.