Real Madrid star Toni Kroos slams ’embarrassing’ Gabri Veiga, who will join Saudi side Al Ahli despite an offer from Napoli.
The Serie A champions thought they’d sign the U21 Spain international after reaching an agreement with Celta Vigo last week.
However, the Partenopei did not shake hands with the player’s entourage, giving time to Al Ahli to hijack their bid to sign the 21-year-old midfielder.
Fabrizio Romano broke the news on Wednesday night, and Real Madrid star Kroos reacted by commenting on the X post of the Italian transfer expert.
The Germany international wrote ’embarrassing’ but then cancelled his comment. It was too late, however, given that many users had already spotted it.
Rafa Benitez confirmed Veiga was close to joining Napoli last week, but the Partenopei must look for another reinforcement in midfielder with eight days left to the end of the summer transfer window.
Rudi Garcia’s men started the new season with a 3-1 win over newly promoted side Frosinone last week.