Italy international Marco Verratti has officially completed his transfer from Paris Saint-Germain to Qatar Stars League side Al-Arabi.
He had flown in over the last couple of days to undergo medical tests and sign the extremely lucrative contract.
It was announced on social media by using a clip of Sky Sport Italia transfer pundit Fabrizio Romano on a giant screen with his now famous ‘Here we go!’ catchphrase.
Verratti, who turns 30 in November, has never played in Serie A and low looks as if he never will change that statistic, as PSG signed him from Serie B outfit Pescara for €12m in the summer of 2012.
He had also been in talks with Al-Hilal and Al-Ahli this summer in the Saudi Pro League, but Paris Saint-Germain were unable to agree terms.
It is reported this deal is worth in the region of €45m.
Verratti leaves PSG after 416 competitive appearances, in which he scored 11 goals, provided 61 assists and received six red cards, along with 136 bookings.
Lol Qatar league…what a loser!
Better off playing for Pescara in Serie C!!!!
Agreed.
But he will probably earn more than what the entirety of Serie C earns in a week.
Looser league and looser player. Never had the guts to prove himself in Italy.
Who gives a flying F about any of the arab oil leagues??
100% agree Michael!!! This loser has zero pride and is only fueled by greed.