Saudi Arabia’s influence in the transfer market dropped dramatically this summer, yet that hasn’t stopped a number of big-money signings from going through. Premier League stars Moussa Diaby and Ivan Toney both made the move to the Middle East this summer, with even some younger players from across Europe being swayed by the mega-wages on offer from Saudi Arabia. As for Newcastle United, the Magpies were able to keep hold of their star players from the grips of Saudi Arabia, with Eddie Howe surviving the summer transfer window and managing to make a few top signings. Yet one rumoured free-agen…
