Roberto Firmino could possibly be heading for a break-up with Al-Ahli after studies the ex-Liverpool star needs to go away the membership.
The Brazilian solely joined the Saudi Pro League aspect this summer season after reaching finish of his contract with the Premier League giants, having spent eight years in Merseyside.
Upon his arrival in Saudi Arabia, Firmino was named captain of the crew and begun his profession within the Middle East on a spectacular be aware as he scored a hat-trick on his debut in opposition to Al-Hazem again in August.
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Unfortunately for the 32-year-old, it solely went downhill from there as he is but to attain since his first sport for Al-Ahli and has misplaced his place within the beginning line-up because of his nine-game objective drought. Despite Firmino’s struggles, the crew’s kind hasn’t dipped as they sit third within the desk and are presently on a seven-match unbeaten streak.
The Liverpool legend was one of many premier signings that the Saudi Pro League made this previous summer season however he now finds himself on the periphery of the beginning line-up.
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That’s led to studies that Firmino is on the lookout for a manner out with a return to Europe or a possibility to play in his native Brazil the most effective choices, in keeping with Football365. The 2020 Premier League winner performed 12 years in Europe however one explicit transfer may see him proceed his keep in Saudi Arabia.
Al-Ettifaq – managed by Liverpool legend Steven Gerrard – are reportedly fascinated by securing the Brazilian’s providers, in keeping with the Daily Mirror. The England nice, 43, has already introduced former Reds Jordan Henderson and Gini Wijnaldum to the membership.
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Gerrard had solely variety phrases to say about Firmino when requested on the probabilities of welcoming him to the membership. “I obviously know Bobby extremely well, I’ve been a massive fan,” the ex-Reds skipper mentioned. “I’ve followed him for years. At the moment, he’s Al-Ahli’s player, so it’s very difficult for me to comment on that situation.
“But I’ve cherished Bobby Firmino because the first day I watched him and I’m an enormous fan.” It’s been an arduous first season in cost for Gerrard as Al-Ettifaq sit ninth within the desk and are a whopping 26 factors adrift of league leaders Al-Hilal.