Veiga, criticized by Kroos, plans return from the Middle East to Europe
Lars Foster
Dailysports's expert
Translated by the editors
In the summer of 2023, Celta Vigo midfielder Gabri Veiga made a controversial decision—joining Saudi club Al-Ahli at just 20 years old. Many criticized his move at the time, and now it seems he is starting to regret it.
Details: According to Relevo, the 22-year-old Spaniard is preparing a plan to return to Europe. His priority is joining a club with strong ambitions, preferably in Spain, England, or Italy. He specifically wants a team competing in the Champions League or Europa League, though a return to Celta is not ruled out either.
However, he will have to wait until at least the summer, as the transfer window in Saudi Arabia, like in Europe’s top leagues, has already closed.
Reminder: The attacking midfielder has recorded ten goals and five assists in 45 matches for Al-Ahli. When Veiga initially moved to Saudi Arabia, then-Real Madrid midfielder Toni Kroos publicly called the transfer "a disgrace."
