Maximiliano Allegri is currently one the best managers of Italian extraction and it is believed that the finest football managers in the world do come from Italy.
Saudi Arabia's quest to make their league one of the best in the world is not a joke and they're currently doing anything do make that dream come through. After getting the services of European known best players, they're also trying to sign managers that'll bring the tactical experience of European football to their league and thereby improving their quality of football. It's still unofficial if Allegri will join the Saudi League but some officials are trying to make it happen.
The rumor has been confirmed to be true, this afternoon.
We also got more clues, and they are saying his final decision will be in 24-48 hours, so we will know very soon how it will end.
Saudi Arabia are trying to attract as much known players and coaches as possible. It is curious the amount of money they are ready to spend to achieve that dream. I assume those coming to that league have to give them a hand in developing football but also promoting their candidature in hosting World Cup.
Look at the level of players Saudi Arabia has signed. They were previously the renown and face of European Leagues, and they have taken them. Saudi Arabia hasn't been in the spotlight, so I believe they have been keeping an eye on European stars. The initial move was made by Cristiano Ronaldo, and we all know how influential CR7 is to any club he plays for. After Benzema won his last Ballon d'Or, season after he left too, Kante followed, and everyone obviously adores him.
What do you think is the reason they are not making moves for those smaller players who are really talented and good? Messi would have been there as well; the only reason they didn't get him was that he had a better offer from the US; otherwise, he would have ended up in Saudi Arabia as well.