Mashable: Aymeric Laporte signed a lucrative contract worth $26.6 million annually last season.

Aymeric Laporte, a player for Al-Nassr alongside Cristiano Ronaldo, is reportedly seeking a return to Europe due to dissatisfaction with his treatment in Saudi Arabia, as per Essentially Sports. Despite a generally good atmosphere among players, Laporte, a former Manchester City defender, is among those feeling unsettled. This has prompted the club to consider signing a replacement.

Al-Nassr has shown prowess in scoring goals, tallying 66 in 24 Saudi Pro League matches. However, with 33 goals conceded, there's a need for defensive improvement, especially considering Laporte's potential departure. During his time with Al-Nassr, Laporte contributed to 10 clean sheets and scored two goals in 29 games. His move to Saudi Arabia came after facing stiff competition and limited playing time at Manchester City. Last season, he signed a lucrative contract worth $26.6 million annually to join Cristiano Ronaldo in the Middle East, seeking a fresh challenge.

Meanwhile, Gabri Veiga, who recently joined Al-Ahli in the Saudi Pro League for £34 million, discussed his decision to move away from Europe. Despite interest from elite European clubs like Chelsea and Arsenal, Veiga chose to join Al-Ahli, inspired by his dream season and the opportunity to play alongside Cristiano Ronaldo. In an interview, Veiga clarified that rumors about his transfer were unfounded, emphasizing his confidence in his representatives. He expressed satisfaction with his decision, noting that he believed it was the right move for him.

Veiga's move to Saudi Arabia is part of a trend where several European players, including Neymar, N'Golo Kante, and Riyad Mahrez, have opted to join teams in the region following Cristiano Ronaldo's move. While Laporte considers his future, Al-Nassr may need to address defensive concerns, possibly by signing a new player.