Jhon Durán Transfer from Aston Villa to Al Nassr
Jhon Duran has moved from Aston Villa to Al-Nassr during the winter transfer window. There was a false rumor spread by The Sun suggesting that Duran would travel 1,000 kilometers daily by plane from Bahrain to attend training due to Saudi Arabian laws discouraging unmarried couples from cohabiting. Al-Nassr refuted this, stating that Duran loves Riyadh and lives close to the club and stadium.
Jhon Duran has chosen to continue his career with Al-Nassr in Saudi Arabia. He surprised everyone with this decision and will have to travel 1000 kilometers each day by plane, taking 1 hour and 20 minutes, to reach the club's training center. This unusual arrangement is because he has chosen to live in Bahrain to be with his girlfriend, as the Islamic law in Saudi Arabia is strict regarding unmarried couples. This was reported by The Sun.
Jhon Durán completed a 77-million transfer from Aston Villa to Al Nassr. Despite the move, he plans to live in Bahrain and commute daily to Saudi Arabia for training using a private jet. This is due to personal reasons related to living with his girlfriend, which is challenging in Saudi Arabia without marriage. He is currently paying for the private jet himself.
Team Talk reports on the transfer of Jhon Duran to Saudi Pro League team Al-Nassr. Jhon Duran was sold to Saudi Pro League team Al-Nassr over the weekend for a fee worth up to £71m (€85.5m , $87.7m).
Goal.com reports on Jhon Duran's unique commuting plans following his move to Al-Nassr. Former Aston Villa striker Jhon Duran is reportedly planning a 600-mile commute to new team Al-Nassr as he is not going to live in Saudi Arabia. He will join forces with Cristiano Ronaldo at Al-Nassr in the Saudi Pro League.
Jhon Durán has officially signed with Al-Nassr. He passed his medical examination in London and accepted the challenge to join the Saudi club after an impressive stint in England. Al-Nassr released a video featuring Durán with his new jersey, number 9. The club paid 75 million euros (excluding bonuses) for the transfer. Durán is expected to strengthen Al-Nassr's offensive lineup, which is currently coached by Stefano Pioli.
The transfer to Al Nassr is described as a quick and complete deal worth around 78 million euros, providing Aston Villa with significant income.
Team Talk reports on Jhon Duran's impending transfer to Al-Nassr. Jhon Duran is on the cusp of moving to Al-Nassr. He has agreed to a lucrative five-and-a-half year contract and passed a medical in London. An agreement on the transfer fee worth €77m/£64.4m plus add-ons has been sealed.
Al Nassr reached an agreement for the transfer of Jhon Durán from Aston Villa. The transfer fee is reported to be 77 million euros, which can increase with bonus payments. Jhon Durán was considered the primary target for Al Nassr, which led to the cancellation of Victor Boniface's transfer.
Jhon Durán will undergo a medical examination with Al-Nassr this Thursday, and the transfer could be confirmed, leaving Aston Villa with 77 million euros. Durán, who has scored 12 goals this season but is not a regular starter, is set to join Cristiano Ronaldo at Al-Nassr.
Al-Nassr have reached an agreement to sign Jhon Duran from Aston Villa. Initially, Aston Villa insisted that Duran was not for sale, but they have now accepted a massive offer from Al-Nassr. The deal is worth a guaranteed fee of €77 million plus potential add-ons. The Colombian has agreed to a five-and-a-half-year deal and will travel to London for his medical examination.
Aston Villa striker Jhon Duran is set to join Al-Nassr after an agreement was reached for an initial €77 million. The South American is set to undergo a medical ahead of a proposed move to the Saudi Pro League outfit. A 5.5-year contract is in place.
Aston Villa are in negotiations with Al-Nassr over their striker Jhon Duran. There has been friction between the player and the club's manager, Unai Emery, which makes the sale increasingly likely.
Aston Villa are on the verge of accepting a €70 million bid from Al-Nassr for Jhon Duran. This transfer will make him the second biggest sale in Aston Villa's history. Duran has already agreed terms with Al-Nassr, who facilitated the deal by allowing Anderson Talisca to move to Fenerbahce. The Premier League club had previously indicated a willingness to sell for upwards of €100 million, but Al-Nassr's persistence and financial power have led them to win the race.
Jhon Duran is nearing a move to Al-Nassr during the winter transfer window. Initially deemed untouchable by Aston Villa, the club's stance changed due to Al-Nassr's persistence. The transfer is expected to be concluded for more than 70 million euros, and Duran has already agreed to join the Riyadh-based club.
Aston Villa forward Jhon Duran was previously linked with a move to Al-Nassr, but the Saudi Arabian side opted to sign Victor Boniface instead amid significant competition for the Colombian international.
Jhon Durán is also a candidate for Al Nassr, but Aston Villa is keen on retaining the Colombian player. Al Nassr has shown interest in Durán as an alternative option to Victor Boniface.
Aston Villa have already turned down a bid from West Ham for Jhon Duran. Saudi Pro League giants, Al Nassr, are ready to meet Villa’s valuation of the player, which is believed to be in the region of £80m+. The Saudi outfit's willingness to meet the valuation worries Aston Villa's Unai Emery and Monchi. Despite Duran's form, he isn't being used as much as expected, and the opportunity to play alongside Cristiano Ronaldo and Sadio Mane at Al Nassr may appeal to him.
Jhon Duran has been linked with a spectacular €100 million transfer to Al-Nassr. This reflects Al-Nassr's ambition to strengthen their squad and further establish themselves in the football world.
Al Nassr shows interest in Jhon Durán after Aston Villa rejected an offer of 75 million euros from Paris St. Germain. The 21-year-old Colombian forward, known for his impactful performances as a substitute, has a contract with Aston Villa until 2030. Despite PSG's substantial verbal offer, Al Nassr is now a potential destination for Durán, as the Saudi Arabian club expresses keen interest in securing his talents.
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