Al-Ettifaq Eyes Chelsea Midfielder Harvey Vale in Ambitious Transfer Move
Steven Gerrard’s Al-Ettifaq has reportedly set their sights on securing the services of Chelsea’s young midfielder Harvey Vale.
The Saudi Pro League club, managed by the Liverpool legend, has opened negotiations with Chelsea in a bid to bring the 20-year-old to the Middle East.
Vale, once seen as a bright prospect at Stamford Bridge, has struggled to find a place in the first team under current manager Enzo Maresca.
Last season, the versatile midfielder was sent on loan to Bristol Rovers, where he made 39 appearances in League One, showcasing his talent and potential.
Despite his solid performances, Vale remains surplus to requirements at Chelsea, a club that has been heavily involved in the transfer market this summer.
Al-Ettifaq, who finished sixth in the Saudi Pro League last season, have identified Vale as a key target as they aim to strengthen their squad ahead of the upcoming campaign.
The club’s management sees Vale’s youth and versatility as valuable assets that could help elevate the team’s performance.
The deal is reportedly close, but its finalization hinges on whether Vale is willing to make the move to Saudi Arabia. The midfielder, who has a year left on his Chelsea contract with an option for an additional year, could see this as a unique opportunity to revive his career under Gerrard’s guidance.
While a move to the Saudi Pro League might not have been on Vale’s radar, the chance to work with Gerrard and the promise of significant financial rewards could prove tempting.
For Chelsea, the potential sale of Vale would be a straightforward financial win, as it would count as pure profit under the Premier League’s Profit and Sustainability Rules.
As talks progress, all eyes will be on whether Vale is ready to take this unexpected step in his career.
This move could offer Vale a fresh start, away from the competitive pressures of English football, while providing Al-Ettifaq with a young talent eager to prove himself on a new stage.
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