Allan Saint-Maximin netted one goal in his 25 Premier League outings for Newcastle during the previous season.
Eddie Howe, manager of Newcastle United, has confirmed that the proposed move of Allan Saint-Maximin to a Saudi Arabian team will be “in line with Premier League standards”.
The 26-year-old French winger is poised to sign for Al-Ahli, a team in the Saudi Pro League overseen by the Public Investment Fund (PIF) of Saudi Arabia, the owner of Newcastle United.
Speculations are rife that the transfer fee for Saint-Maximin might be excessively high, raising concerns among competing Premier League clubs. This could potentially assist Newcastle in adhering to Financial Fair Play rules.
“There’s a high probability he’ll make the move,” stated Howe.
The Premier League scrutinizes transfers to confirm that players are sold for their fair market value.
Addressing the question of Newcastle profiting from the deal, Howe said: “We adhere to the same rules as any other Premier League club when it comes to transactions.
“We’ll ensure we meet all necessary criteria to guarantee the deal is transparent and done correctly.
“I’m confident it’ll meet the Premier League’s approval.”
Last week, Howe verified that Saint-Maximin, who became a Newcastle player in 2019, was negotiating a transfer with an undisclosed Saudi Pro League team.
Newcastle’s sporting director, Dan Ashworth, conceded last year that while the club can purchase players, they must also consider selling in order to comply with financial regulations.
Ruben Neves, Wolves’ Portuguese midfielder, was the first Premier League player to join the Saudi Pro League this summer after the PIF acquired four of the nation’s top teams.
Since then, prominent players including Chelsea’s N’Golo Kante and Liverpool’s Roberto Firminio have followed his lead.
“I don’t believe the Saudi Pro League has affected us directly until this moment with Allan,” Howe commented.
“Up until now, we were merely spectators as a number of skilled players migrated to this new league.
“This is a unique situation we haven’t faced in a while.
“Allan’s transfer pulls us into the frame, but it’s no different from signing any other player. We have a value for him, and that value has been matched.”
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) about Allan Saint-Maximin’s transfer
Who is Allan Saint-Maximin?
Allan Saint-Maximin is a 26-year-old French professional footballer who has been playing as a winger for Newcastle United in the English Premier League.
Who is the anticipated team for Allan Saint-Maximin’s transfer?
Allan Saint-Maximin is expected to be transferred to Al-Ahli, a team in the Saudi Pro League.
What is Newcastle United manager Eddie Howe’s stance on the transfer?
Eddie Howe has confirmed that Allan Saint-Maximin’s anticipated transfer will satisfy the standards of the Premier League, implying that it will comply with the financial fair play rules.
How is Allan Saint-Maximin’s transfer linked to the Premier League’s Financial Fair Play regulations?
The speculated high transfer fee for Allan Saint-Maximin might help Newcastle United comply with Financial Fair Play regulations, which require clubs to balance their spending with their revenue.
Who was the first Premier League player to move to the Saudi Pro League?
Ruben Neves, Wolves’ Portuguese midfielder, was the first Premier League player to move to the Saudi Pro League.
More about Allan Saint-Maximin’s transfer
- Allan Saint-Maximin’s Profile
- Newcastle United FC News
- Information on the Saudi Pro League
- Premier League’s Financial Fair Play regulations
- Ruben Neves’s transfer to the Saudi Pro League
6 comments
Allan is quality player. Saudi league is getting stronger. Premier league beware!
Hmm…another big player heading to Saudi Pro League, guess money talks after all
So, Saint-Maximin’s going to the Saudi league? That’s wild! Who’s Newcastle gonna replace him with??
Can’t believe we’re losing Allan, he’s a real gem. hope this transfer is worth it Eddie…
i’m intrigued to see how newcastle handles the financial fair play regs. Transfers are always a complex puzzle!
gutted to see Maxi go, he’s been top drawer for us…good luck in Saudi tho mate!