Diriyah close to sealing Mathys De Carvalho deal from Olympique Lyon

Al-Dhariyah have reached a preliminary agreement with young Portuguese midfielder Matheus de Carvalho from Olympique Lyon, paving the way for his signing during the current transfer window.

According to French newspaper «L'Équipe», the deal is close to being finalized, after the Saudi club reached a preliminary agreement with Olympique Lyon for around one million euros.

De Carvalho, born in 2005, has agreed to move to Al Diriyah, where he is expected to sign a contract lasting three seasons.

The Portuguese player embarks on a new experience outside France after progressing through the youth ranks at Olympique Lyon before reaching the first team.

Di Carvalho plays as a central midfielder, allowing him to perform defensive duties while also contributing to building attacks from midfield.

Diriyah is counting on the potential of the young player to strengthen its squad with a developing element as the club prepares the team for the new season.

The Portuguese Bruno Lage, the head coach of Al-Dhariyah, has played a role in bringing perspectives closer together after engaging in discussions with his compatriot regarding his future and the next step in his career.

A few steps remain to complete the transfer, including finalizing official procedures, conducting medical examinations, and then signing contracts and announcing the official transfer of De Carvalho.