Overview

• Saint-Maximin has moved from Newcastle to Saudi-owned Al Ahli for around $30 million.
• The transfer helps Newcastle comply with financial fair play rules but raises concerns over loopholes.
• Newcastle sold Saint-Maximin to avoid selling other players and missing out on transfers.
• Critics claim the deal disguises owner investment as a transfer between clubs it controls.
• Some say the deal exploits financial rules since both clubs have the same Saudi owners.