Luka Modric, Hugo Lloris, Sergio Ramos, Jordi Alba, Sergio Busquets, N'Golo Kanté, Angel Di Maria and Roberto Firmino are among the targets mentioned to join the Saudi Pro League. Saudi officials are in Paris and Madrid to try to reach deals, according to several sources and press reports.

Saudi Arabia, under the leadership of Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, is trying to improve its image linked to a rigorous Islam and attract tourists and investment.