Dubai's Al Nasr signs Israeli footballer Diaa Saba

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Arabian Gulf League club Al Nasr have signed Israeli midfielder Diaa Saba on a two-year contract.

The 27-year-old joins the Dubai-based team from China's Guangzhou R&F in a deal reported to be worth EUR 2.5 million (around AED 10.7 million).

On its social media platforms, Al Nasr posted footage of the footballer wearing the No. 9 jersey and displaying his skills at Al Maktoum Stadium.

Saba's move comes two weeks after the UAE signed a peace accord with Israel.

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