Aymeric Laporte, the 29-year-old defender for Manchester City, has taken to social media to bid farewell to the club’s fans in advance of his transfer to Saudi Pro League outfit Al Nassr. The deal, valued at €27.5 million (£23.5 million), marks an important move in Laporte’s career.
Dear Cityzens, today I wanted to share a story with you…
It has lasted for five and a half unforgettable years. Plenty of memories that I will keep forever close to my heart. pic.twitter.com/hR2e5CWfVi
— Aymeric Laporte (@Laporte) August 23, 2023
Having made a limited 12 appearances in the previous Premier League season for Manchester City, Laporte’s presence on the pitch had dwindled. Notably, he was absent from the roster during Saturday’s 1-0 victory against Newcastle.
In his heartfelt post, Laporte reflected on his time with the club: “Reflecting on my journey, the highs encompassing trophies, victories, goals, and memorable tackles, as well as the lows typified by injuries, setbacks, and personal mistakes. Each experience has contributed to my growth as an athlete.”
Laporte joins the exodus of players to the Saudi Pro League, joining the likes of Cristiano Ronaldo, Benzema, and Neymar
