Thousands of fans turned out to meet Sadio Mane as he was introduced by Al-Nassr, his new team in the Saudi Pro League.
The Senegal star's unveiling took place alongside other new signings for the upcoming season. Mane's move to Al-Nassr comes after a challenging season with Bayern Munich in Germany.
Sadio Mane's introduction to Al-Nassr fans occurred following his recent transfer to Saudi Arabia. He joined the team during the summer transfer window and coincided his arrival with the participation of the Knights of Najd in the Arab Club Championship Cup. Remarkably, Al-Nassr triumphed in this championship.
After Al-Nassr's return to Riyadh, Sadio Mane, along with fellow newcomers Marcelo Brozovic, Seko Fofana, and Alex Telles, was presented to fans at Al-Awwal Park. The event was captured in a video posted on social media, showcasing the enthusiastic cheers of fans as they welcomed the Senegalese star to his new home. The ceremony was graced by his teammates, including the five-time Ballon d'Or winner Cristiano Ronaldo.
During the introduction, Mane conveyed his excitement at connecting with the club's supporters and expressed his aspiration for a successful tenure with the Saudi Pro League team.
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Following Al-Nassr's victory in the Arab Club Champions Cup, the 31-year-old and his teammates commenced training in preparation for their upcoming league match against Al Taawoun, scheduled for Friday. This information was reported by ESPN.
In a related report by E360hubs Football, it was highlighted that Jordan Henderson, during a league clash before the Saudi Pro League opener, appeared to ignore a hug from Mane. This interaction took place as their respective teams met. Mane, previously a forward for Liverpool, extended a hug which Henderson, his former captain, seemed to reject. This visibly upset the Senegalese star. In the absence of Ronaldo due to injury, Mane assumed the role of captain for Al-Nassr. He scored a goal within minutes, though Henderson's team ultimately secured the victory.