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Manchester Evening News
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Isaac Johnson

Man United icon Gary Neville makes Premier League plea amid Saudi investment

Manchester United legend Gary Neville has urged the Premier League to look into Saudi Arabia's heavy investment in its players during the summer transfer window.

Several Chelsea players as well as Wolves' Ruben Neves appear to be closing in on moves to the Gulf state. This follows Cristiano Ronaldo's move to Al-Nassr in the Saudi Pro League in January with Karim Benzema recently joining champions Al-Ittihad.

Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund (PIF) - owners of Newcastle United - bought 75 per cent of four of its country's biggest clubs earlier this month; Al-Ittihad, Al-Ahli, Al-Nassr and Al-Hilal.

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