Ivan Rakitic Leaves Sevilla for Al Shabab
The Croatian Midfielder Ends His Second Stint at Sevilla After Making a Record 323 Appearances
- Ivan Rakitic has ended his second stint with Spanish club Sevilla to join Al Shabab in Saudi Arabia.
- Rakitic, who played for Sevilla from 2011-14 and returned in 2020, made 323 appearances for the club, making him the international player with the most appearances for the club.
- During his time at Sevilla, Rakitic helped the club win two Europa League titles, in 2014 and 2023.
- Rakitic was also a part of Barcelona's treble-winning team in 2014-2015, winning the LaLiga, the Copa del Rey and the Champions League.
- The 35-year-old earned 106 caps for Croatia between 2007 and 2019 before retiring from national duty in 2020.