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According to Foot Mercato, 36-year-old Senegalese midfielder Idrissa Gueye is set to sign for Saudi Arabian club Al-Diriyah. Gueye, a free agent after his contract with Everton expired, will commit to a one-season deal with an option for an additional year. The move comes despite Demba Ba's hopes of bringing him to French club Le Havre. Gueye, who has 135 caps and 7 goals for Senegal, will join a squad that includes Gaëtan Laborde and George-Kevin N'koudou. The transfer is to the Saudi Pro League (SPL).
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By: Santi Aouna
Idrissa Gueye is set to move to Saudi Arabia, according to our information. The 36-year-old midfielder will sign for Al-Diriyah.
Demba Ba had hoped to bring Gueye to Le Havre, but the Senegalese international (135 caps, 7 goals) has opted for a move to the Saudi Pro League instead. Gueye has been a free agent since the end of his contract with Everton.
At Al-Diriyah, where Gaëtan Laborde and George-Kevin N'koudou currently play, Gueye will commit to a one-season contract with an option for an additional year.
Published: 24/07/2026 15:47 Updated: 24/07/2026 15:48
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