N'Golo Kanté, the French midfielder who has been in high demand this summer, is reportedly set to join Saudi Arabian club Al Ittihad. The transfer rumors have been swirling for some time now, and it seems that the speculation has finally reached a fever pitch.
According to reports, Al Ittihad has made a formal approach to Chelsea for the player's services, with the club's chairman, Sheikh Ahmad al-Fahad Al-Sabah, stating that the club was "very interested" in signing Kanté. The deal could be worth up to €25 million, according to reports, and would make Kanté the highest-paid player in the history of the Saudi Premier League.
The move would come as a significant blow to Chelsea,Campeonato Brasileiro Action who were hoping to retain Kanté for next season after he signed a new contract earlier this year. However, the club's president, Roman Abramovich, has stated that they will not stand in the way of the player's move, saying that he is "a key player for us."
The news comes as a surprise to many, given the player's impressive performances for Chelsea over the past few seasons. Kanté has won numerous awards, including the PFA Players' Player of the Year award in 2019, and has been praised for his work rate and ability to create goals from the midfield.
Despite the uncertainty surrounding the move, fans of Chelsea and Al Ittihad alike are excited about the potential for a big-money transfer. It remains to be seen how the transfer will play out, but one thing is clear - N'Golo Kanté is set to become a household name in the world of football.