Moussa Diaby Transfers from Aston Villa to Al-Ittihad
The French winger joins Saudi Pro League club Al-Ittihad after a season with Aston Villa, reuniting with compatriots Benzema and Kante.
- Diaby signed with Al-Ittihad on a five-year contract; the transfer fee remains undisclosed.
- He joined Aston Villa last summer for a club-record £52 million, scoring 10 goals in 54 appearances.
- Diaby's move follows Villa's fourth-place finish in the Premier League and Champions League qualification.
- Al-Ittihad, managed by Laurent Blanc, is bolstering its squad after a fifth-place league finish last season.
- Saudi clubs, including Al-Ittihad, have been significant spenders in the international transfer market.