Jota's move to Al-Ittihad has been defended by Martin Boyle as he talked up the Karim Benzema wow factor.
The former Celtic star made a big money move to the Saudi Pro League after just two seasons in Glasgow. Ange Postecoglou brought him on board on an intitial loan deal from Benfica before shelling out £6.5million last summer to make the deal permanent as a priority signing alongside key defender Cameron Carter-Vickers.
The Portuguese winger - who quickly established himself as a fans' favourite - scored 15 goals and provided 12 assists last season including a stunning free-kick in a Champions League defeat to Real Madrid in the Bernabeu. He's moved on for a new challenge in the Middle East and earning mega bucks. Pundits like Chris Sutton have taken a swipe at Jota over his decision to move at such a young age.