According to The Athletic journalist Jacob Tanswell, Saudi Professional League clubs Al-Ittihad and Diriyah are considering a move for Aston Villa winger Leon Bailey.
Villa has already informed Bailey that he can leave the club this summer, and the Jamaican international has been training separately since then. In July, Bailey held advanced talks with Hull City regarding a transfer, but the deal fell through as both parties failed to agree on personal terms.
Now, both Al-Ittihad and Diriyah are evaluating the possibility of signing Bailey. Bailey's contract with Villa is entering its final 12 months.
Although the summer transfer window for most European leagues has closed, the Saudi Professional League's transfer window remains open until September 6, meaning the two clubs still have time to reach an agreement with Villa and the player if they decide to proceed.
Villa manager Unai Emery previously spoke about Bailey's future, saying, "We expected him to leave, and the situation remains the same. When we decided to go to Asia for pre-season, he was very close to leaving, but from then until now, he is still here."
Emery added, "Hopefully, he will get a good opportunity to leave and continue his career, which is also our goal. But for now, he is still our player."