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Unexpected twist: Sadio Mane’s Al-Nassr transfer surprises, posing multi-million loss for Liverpool

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Sadio Mané’s future at Liverpool took a surprising turn as the Senegalese winger’s imminent transfer to Saudi Arabian side Al-Nassr could leave the club counting the costs in the millions. Just a year ago, Mané moved to Bayern Munich from Liverpool for a substantial deal worth up to £35 million. However, his time at the Bavarian club has not gone as planned, and he now seeks a fresh challenge outside of Europe.

Liverpool Echo reports that despite the previously agreed transfer fee, the Merseyside club might not receive the full £35 million if Mané completes his move to the Middle East, adding further financial complications to the situation.

Recalling Mané’s illustrious career, he was a true star during his six-year stint at Liverpool, where he scored an impressive 120 goals in 269 games. His contributions helped the team secure various prestigious titles, including the Premier League, Champions League, FA Cup, League Cup, and the FIFA Club World Cup.

Expectations were high when Mané made the switch to Bayern Munich, but unfortunately, things didn’t pan out as anticipated. His time with the Bundesliga champions was cut short following an altercation with teammate Leroy Sané. As a consequence, he received a £250,000 fine and a one-match suspension from the club.

Moreover, when Julian Nagelsmann replaced Thomas Tuchel as the manager, Mané found himself out of favor, signaling that a departure from the club was on the horizon.

The potential financial loss for Liverpool arises from the complex deal made with Bayern Munich. The initial transfer amount was set at £27.5 million, with an additional £5 million contingent on appearances and £2.5 million in add-ons based on individual and team achievements. Unfortunately for Liverpool, Mané’s playing time was significantly hampered due to a leg injury that required surgery, limiting his appearances for Bayern last season. Consequently, the reduced number of minutes on the field may impact the add-ons Liverpool is entitled to receive from Bayern if Mané departs this summer.

Despite the challenges, there is a silver lining for Liverpool. They stand to receive more than the initial £27.5 million, as Bayern Munich managed to secure the Bundesliga title last season. However, Bayern’s failure to clinch other domestic and continental trophies might dampen the additional financial returns for Liverpool.

The potential loss of millions in transfer fees comes at a delicate time for Liverpool, as they are keen to rebuild their squad after a lackluster season. As Mané’s move to Al-Nassr looms large, the club will be closely monitoring the situation, hoping to secure the best possible outcome financially to strengthen their future endeavors.