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Sadio Mane Reveals Who Advised Him To Join Al-Nassr

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3 months ago

September 12, 2023

Senegalese and Al-Nassr attacker, Sadio Mane has finally come out to provide details about the person who told advised him to join the Saudi Arabian club.

The Senegalese international joined Al-Nassr from Bayern Munich in August at a contract amount of €30 million.

The former Liverpool striker had spent only a year with the Bundesliga giants but struggled amid a serious leg injury and off-the-field drama.

The 31-year-old footballer was linked with numerous top-class European clubs, including Chelsea, who were reported to be tracking him back six months ago.

However, Mane took the bold decision to join Saudi Pro League giants Al-Nassr and in line with the sudden switch of clubs, he has now revealed that his mother asked him to choose the Saudi side.

“My family encouraged me to come to Saudi Arabia, especially since it is a Muslim country,” Mane revealed.

“My mother was very happy and insisted that I chose Al-Nassr” he added.

In line with his movement to Saudi Arabia, Sadio Mane has started his career with Al-Nassr, linking up with Portuguese captain Cristiano Ronaldo in the team’s attack line.

The former Liverpool starplayer has already netted five goals in six games across competitions for his current club.