Why was Mayele's transfer to the Saudi Pro League blocked?

Is Mayele's move to Saudi Arabia off?

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While his departure once seemed all but certain, Congolese striker Fiston Kalala Mayele may now end up staying with Pyramids FC for the upcoming season.Several media outlets, including Egyptian journalist Ahmed Shobier, had confirmed that Mayele had decided to leave the reigning CAF Champions League winners after receiving an enticing offer from a Saudi club competing in the Saudi Pro League (also known as the Roshn League).The same sources indicated that the player was eager to take on a new challenge, and that Pyramids management was not opposed to his departure despite his importance to the squad.

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Is Mayele's transfer to Saudi Arabia off?

However, things have shifted in recent days. In a recent update, Shobier revealed that the deal had been unexpectedly halted due to disagreements among the agents involved in negotiations.The former Al-Ahly and Egypt national team goalkeeper added that Mayele had taken part as usual in Pyramids' preseason camp in Turkey, suggesting he may remain with the club.Although Mayele's name has also been linked with South African sides like Mamelodi Sundowns and Kaizer Chiefs, the Saudi offer remained the most attractive both financially and from a sporting perspective.

With this latest setback, all scenarios remain on the table as we await further developments in the coming days.

Congolese striker Fiston Mayele has received a lucrative offer to leave Pyramids in the current transfer window, according to a former Egypt star.

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