Jhon Duran Chooses Saudi Arabia Over European Giants
Jhon Duran Chooses Saudi Arabia Over European Giants
Jhon Duran’s Shock Move to Al-Nassr – Salary Details Revealed
The former Aston Villa striker opted for a move to Saudi Arabia in a record-breaking deal worth €77 million
Atletico won the second leg 1-0, leveling the aggregate score at 2-2, but lost 4-2 on penalties.
Massive Salary Secures Duran’s Departure from Europe
Two months after the transfer, details of Duran’s contract have surfaced, shedding light on the financial incentive behind his decision.
According to Goal, Al-Nassr lured the young striker with a staggering annual salary of €20 million—an offer that no European club was willing to match.
To put this into perspective, Real Madrid’s Vinicius Junior and Jude Bellingham, both widely regarded as world-class players, each earn around €20.8 million per year.
Duran’s earnings in Saudi Arabia highlight the league’s growing financial power in attracting top talents away from European football.
A Trend of Big-Money Moves to Saudi Arabia
Duran’s move follows a trend of high-profile players choosing Saudi clubs over European competition.
The lucrative financial packages offered by clubs like Al-Nassr have become impossible to ignore for many young talents looking to secure their future.
What’s Next for Duran?
At just 21, Jhon Duran’s decision to leave Europe so early in his career raises questions about his long-term ambitions.
Will he return to European football in the future, or will he remain in Saudi Arabia, enjoying the financial benefits of his record-breaking move?
For now, the Colombian forward is focused on making an impact at Al-Nassr and justifying the massive investment made by the Saudi club.
