I will move to Saudi Arabia on ONE condition: Ex-Chelsea boss declares

I will move to Saudi Arabia on ONE condition: Ex-Chelsea boss declares

Ifeanyi Ufomadu 13:32 - 28.11.2023

The Saudi Pro League has been recruiting Europe's best talents and now have their sights set on an ex-Chelsea manager.

Former Chelsea boss Maurizio Sarri has responded to speculation regarding a move to Saudi Arabia.

The Saudi Pro League has gained huge prominence in 2023 after recruiting high-profile managers and players.

Former Chelsea boss Maurizio Sarri, now in charge at Lazio, is on their radar after guiding the Rome club to a second-place finish in Serie A last season.

Maurizio Sarri won trophies with Chelsea and Juventus.
Maurizio Sarri won trophies with Chelsea and Juventus.

Sarri to Saudi Arabia?

The 64-year-old whose current contract at Lazio expires in 2025, gave a hilarious response when asked about a potential move to the Middle East.

Maurizio Sarri coach of Lazio
Maurizio Sarri coach of Lazio

"Coach in Saudi Arabia? Can I smoke there? Then we'll see"

Sarri reportedly smokes more than 60 cigarettes a day. 

However, the ex-Chelsea boss has stopped smoking on the touchline as smoking in stadiums has been banned.

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