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Al-Nassr's Transfer Tango: Rejects, Rumours and a Dash of Ronaldo!

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Brighton says 'no' to £54m for Mitoma, while Jhon Duran moves closer to Al-Nassr. Will Ronaldo recruit a full squad?

The football transfer season has hit a fever pitch, with Saudi Pro-League giants Al-Nassr making headlines for their audacious moves on the pitch. In an eyebrow-raising twist, Brighton & Hove Albion recently turned down a whopping £54.42 million bid from Al-Nassr for their talented Japanese winger, Kaoru Mitoma. The Seagulls have made it clear that the 27-year-old player, renowned for his dazzling wing-play and agility, is not available for sale, prompting Al-Nassr to rethink their strategy as they continue to eye new talent amidst the transfer window frenzy.

Adding to the narrative is Aston Villa’s Colombian striker, Jhon Duran, who is reportedly on the verge of completing a £65 million move to Al-Nassr. This deal would make Duran the second most expensive signing in the club’s history, set to join the ranks of international superstars including Cristiano Ronaldo, who has been leading the charge in the Saudi Pro League with his legendary presence. The move for Duran reflects Al-Nassr’s ambition to strengthen their squad and compete at the highest level in international football.

In a comical twist of fate, it seems Al-Nassr’s pursuit of Premier League talent could turn into a soap opera, with club executives making bids that have all the charm of a romantic comedy. From Brighton's rejection of Mitoma to their relentless pursuit of other talent, the Saudi club seems to be undeterred. Whether it’s time for Al-Nassr to send in an improved bid for Mitoma, or whether they will pivot their attention elsewhere, one thing is for certain: the transfer window is well and truly alive with speculative excitement!

As the clock ticks down on the transfer window, eyes remain peeled on Al-Nassr and their next moves. Interestingly, if both Duran and Mitoma find themselves in this swirling saga, it could pave the way for a Saudi squad filled to the brim with global stars! Fun fact: Al-Nassr isn't just relying on Ronaldo's immense talent; they also have a fanbase that's eagerly keen to see how many footballing gems they can unearth from Europe's elite leagues. Who knew the land of oil and desert could turn out to be a footballing goldmine?

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Kaoru Mitoma: Brighton reject £54.42m Al-Nassr bid for Japan winger (BBC News)

Brighton reject a significant offer from Saudi Pro-League club Al-Nassr for Japan winger Kaoru Mitoma.

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Jhon Duran close to completing Al-Nassr move from Aston Villa (BBC News)

A reported £65m deal for Aston Villa striker Jhon Duran to join Saudi Arabian club Al-Nassr is close to being completed.

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Jhon Durán set for Al Nassr move - second most expensive signing ... (Transfermarkt)

Aston Villa striker Jhon Durán is reportedly set to complete a sensational move to Saudi Arabia before the end of the January transfer window.

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Kaoru Mitoma: Brighton reject £54m bid for winger from Saudi ... (Sky Sports)

Brighton reject £54m (€65m) bid for Kaoru Mitoma from Al Nassr; it is understood the Japan international is not for sale; Saudi Arabian club eyeing up ...

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Transfer rumors, news: Villa's Durán close to Al Nassr move - ESPN (ESPN.co.uk)

Colombian striker Jhon Durán is closing in on a move to Al Nassr to join Cristiano Ronaldo. Transfer Talk has the latest news, gossip and rumors.

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Mateo Kovacic wanted by Al-Nassr as Saudi giants plan ... (The Sun)

AL-NASSR are planning a £140million Premier League raid on the final day of the Saudi transfer window.Aston Villa's Jhon Duran is expected to fly to.

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Football & transfers LIVE: Duran close to Al Nassr move, Watkins ... (BBC Sport)

Football and transfer news latest on Aston Villa's Jhon Duran & Ollie Watkins, Steven Gerrard leaves Ettifaq plus women's football deadline day updates.

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Brighton 'reject £54m offer for Kaoru Mitoma from Cristiano ... (Daily Mail)

The Saudi Arabian side, who have Cristiano Ronaldo on their books on a £168m-per-year contract, intend to come back with an improved bid.

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Aston Villa target Cunha and Asensio, Brighton reject Al-Nassr bid ... (The Guardian)

Aston Villa are weighing up moves for Matheus Cunha and Marco Asensio with Jhon Durán expected to complete his transfer to Al-Nassr.

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Cristiano Ronaldo's Al-Nassr approach Brighton over £54million ... (The Sun)

AL-NASSR have approached Brighton over the £54million signing of Kaoru Mitoma.Cristiano Ronaldo's Saudi Arabian side are already braced to bring in J.

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Brighton reject €60m offer for Kaoru Mitoma from Al-Nassr - Get ... (Get French Football News)

According to L'Équipe, Al-Nassr have submitted a €60m offer to sign Brighton winger Kaoru Mitoma (27). The Seagulls have rejected the offer submitted by ...

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Cristiano Ronaldo's Al-Nassr eye second Premier League star after ... (Mirror.co.uk)

Al-Nassr have already agreed a deal for Aston Villa striker Jhon Duran, but the ambitious Saudi Pro League outfit have now set their sights on another ...

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Jhon Durán completes Al-Nassr move (Aston Villa)

The striker moves to Saudi Arabia having scored 12 goals for Villa this term, including the winner against Bayern Munich in the Champions League. Everyone at ...

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Brighton: Al Nassr end attempts to sign Seagulls winger Kaoru Mitoma (BBC News)

Al Nassr end their attempts to sign Brighton's Kaoru Mitoma after the Seagulls make it clear they have no intention of selling the Japan forward.

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Jhon Durán completes move to Al Nassr from Aston Villa - ESPN (ESPN.co.uk)

Jhon Durán has completed his transfer from Aston Villa to Al Nassr as the Saudi Pro League side look to bolster their forward line for the second half of ...

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Brighton's Kaoru Mitoma subject of €65m approach from Al Nassr (The Athletic)

Saudi Pro League club Al Nassr have approached Brighton & Hove Albion with a formal offer to recruit winger Kaoru Mitoma. The proposal submitted to the ...

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Jhon Durán joins Al-Nassr - second most expensive signing ever by ... (Transfermarkt)

Aston Villa striker Jhon Durán has completed a sensational move to Saudi Arabia before the end of the January transfer window.

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Brighton unmoved as Al Nassr table second Kaoru Mitoma bid worth ... (talkSPORT.com)

Brighton have rejected a second offer worth £75million from Al-Nassr for winger Kaoru Mitoma.The Saudi Pro League club saw their opening bid of £55m.

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Jhon Duran completes permanent deal to join Al Nassr from Aston ... (Eurosport.com)

Aston Villa have parted ways with striker Jhon Duran, who has joined Saudi Pro League side Al Nassr in a deal reportedly worth £65 million.

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Brighton 'reject HUGE £75m bid for Kaoru Mitoma from Cristiano ... (Daily Mail)

As reported by Mail Sport, the Saudi Arabian side also saw their opening bid of £54m knocked back earlier this week.

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