Former Real Madrid ‘Galactico’ Figo to Ply Trade With Saudi’s Al Ittihad: Report
Former Portugal international midfielder Luis Figo is reportedly all set to join Saudi Arabian side Al Ittihad.
Citing the club's website, the Portuguese press has reported on Wednesday that the 34-year-old former captain would leave Inter Milan and sign a one year contract worth 4.5 million euros to play with Al Ittihad from January 5.
Figo has played little this season at Inter Milan under manager Roberto Mancini and was eager to leave despite having a contract with the Italian league leaders until the end of the season.
The former Real Madrid Galactico retired from international football after Portugal lost to France in the World Cup semi-finals in July but said he wanted to play on in club football for a season or two.
Figo previously played with Sporting Lisbon (1989-1995), Barcelona (1995-2000) and Real Madrid (2000-2005) before joining Inter Milan.
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