Former Everton Midfielder Gueye Joins Saudi Diriyah
The 36-year-old signed after leaving Everton in July and joins Diriyah as it builds its squad after promotion, the club said.
- On Sunday, Idrissa Gueye joined newly promoted Saudi Pro League side Diriyah as a free agent after leaving Everton, the club announced.
- The 36-year-old previously spent seven seasons across two spells at Everton, with a three-year stint at Paris St Germain in between.
- Gueye has earned more than 130 caps for Senegal and won the Africa Cup of Nations in 2021.
- Diriyah's roster also includes recent signings Democratic Republic of Congo captain Chancel Mbemba and Bosnia and Herzegovina goalkeeper Nikola Vasilj.
- Local media reported that Gueye signed a one-year contract with an optional second season with the Saudi Pro League club.
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