Al-Ittihad have confirmed the signing of Aston Villa winger Moussa Diaby.
The 25-year-old is another statement signing from the Saudi Arabia club, who already have the likes of Karim Benzema and N’Golo Kante on their books as well as manager Laurent Blanc.
Diaby initially rejected Al-Nassr last summer to join the Premier League side and made 54 appearances in all competitions for the club.
He scored 10 goals and registered a further nine assists for the Villans.
In a fee worth around £50million, Villa have now generated well over £100m from player sales this summer.
Douglas Luiz previously joined Juventus for £42m and any worries about financial fair play breaches are now very far away.
Diaby has signed a five-year contract with the Saudi Pro League side who finished fifth last season and he bid farewell to the fans on social media.
Thank you for everything 💜 @AVFCOfficial #M19🌪️ pic.twitter.com/PeBWeySSfX
— Moussa Diaby (@MoussaDiaby_19) July 24, 2024
He said: “Villans, thank you for everything.
“It’s time to say goodbye. I’d like to thank the club, the team members, the staff and everyone working at Aston Villa.
“I’ve always given my best to help the club and the team, and we’ve had some great memories that will stay in my memory.
“We’ve had a fantastic season, with moments of joy and happiness.
“Together, we’ve achieved our objectives. The club will be playing in the Champions League next year and I wish them success.
“It’s a season I will remember forever. Villans, I won’t forget you.”
Diaby is a Tiger 🐅
— Ittihad Club (@ittihad_en) July 24, 2024
