Lots of players are moving to Saudi Arabia right now. Typically, footballers tend to retire from the sport in their late thirties unless injuries cut their careers short. As a result, maximizing their earnings can often be a priority. However, there are still players who choose other values over money.
Vardy has rejected a potential move to Saudi Arabia, despite interest from clubs like Khaleej FC, who were keen to sign the Leicester City striker. The 36-year-old has made it clear that a transfer to the Gulf state is completely off the table for him and his family.
Luka Modric has declined an incredibly lucrative offer from Saudi Arabia, choosing instead to remain at the club he holds dear. The 37-year-old Croatian star has signed a one-year contract extension with the Spanish giants that will keep him at the Santiago Bernabeu until 2024.
Messi has chosen to join Inter Miami in Major League Soccer instead of Barcelona or the lucrative Saudi Pro League. The 35-year-old desired a calmer life and will be playing for the MLS team co-owned by David Beckham.
Kroos is set to stay at Real Madrid. The German midfielder was approached to join the ambitious project in Saudi Arabia but has declined the offer.
Arsenal midfielder Thomas Partey has rejected the idea of moving to Saudi Arabia and could sign with Serie A giants Juventus instead.
Angel Di Maria snubbed Saudi Arabia offer and decided to choose Benfica for a second spell after quitting Juventus. Di Maria made his choice with a heart instead of choosing a high salary.
Barcelona's Robert Lewandowski has turned down a massive offer from a Saudi Arabian club this summer. The unnamed Saudi club was reportedly ready to offer the striker an annual salary exceeding €150 million. However, Lewandowski did not consider leaving Barcelona after just one year at the club.
Son Heung-min has confirmed he would rather remain in the Premier League than accept the riches on offer in Saudi Arabia. He stated that money is not important to him.
Romelu Lukaku has declined a substantial £45 million offer from Saudi Arabian club Al-Hilal, as his sole desire is to leave Chelsea for Inter.
