Journalist Junior Venezi reported on his social networks that Zenit midfielder Claudinho could continue his career in the Saudi Arabian championship.
Two clubs are simultaneously interested in the player of the St. Petersburg team – Al-Nasr and Al-Itthad. The first is Portuguese midfielder Cristiano Ronaldo. In addition, Brazilian Flamengo is also interested in the transfer of the 26-year-old football player.
Claudinho moved to Zenit in the summer of 2021. Last season, he scored 5 goals and made 9 assists in 24 games. In the spring of 2023, he received Russian citizenship along with teammate Malcolm.
The Russian Football Championship ended on 3 June. Zenit became the champion of the Russian Premier League (RPL). The difference of Sergei Semak’s team from second place was 12 points. The silver of the championship went to CSKA. The top three winners were closed by Spartak.
On July 15, Zenit and CSKA will play the Russian Super Cup. The meeting will be held in Kazan. The match starts at 17:00 Moscow time.
Previously recognizedHe will get rid of “Zenith” to buy Mario Fernandez.