Neom SC has successfully finalized a personal terms agreement with AS Monaco`s 19-year-old midfielder, Saïmon Bouabré. As reported by RMC Sport journalist Fabrice Hawkins, Bouabré is set to sign a highly lucrative five-year contract with the Saudi Arabian club, promising him an extremely generous salary.
L’Équipe confirms that AS Monaco and Neom SC have reached a transfer agreement valued at €10 million, excluding potential bonuses. This significant move highlights Neom SC`s aggressive recruitment strategy, particularly targeting promising talents from French leagues this summer.
Despite making only four senior appearances for his formative club, the young midfielder sought a departure as his current contract nears its expiry next summer. This contractual situation reportedly led AS Monaco to prevent his participation with the France U21 squad in this year`s European Championship campaign.
Olympique de Marseille had reportedly attempted to capitalize on Bouabré`s uncertain situation, initiating discussions with Monaco regarding a potential transfer. However, it appears the Saudi Arabian side ultimately secured the player`s preference, sealing the deal for the promising talent.