Top 5 power couples in the Saudi Pro League

The Saudi Pro League has seen an influx of big-name players in 2023. Cristiano Ronaldo‘s arrival in 2022 called for revolutionary changes in the league, with more and more players from the top European Leagues pouring in. Saudi clubs and their willingness to spend big resulted in many players coming in for massive contracts. In the previous transfer window, the Saudi Pro League was only second to the Premier League, beating other top Leagues in Europe such as La Liga, Ligue 1, and Serie A.

From Cristiano Ronaldo, Sadio Mané, Marcelo Brozovic, and Neymar Jr. to youngsters such as Gabri Veiga, the league is undoubtedly on the rise. As players make their move to Saudi, their wives or partners accompany them, bringing about a lifestyle shift and new experiences. This article takes a look at some of the best ‘power couples’ in the Saudi Pro League.

1. Cristiano Ronaldo and Georgina Rodriguez

The Portuguese superstar made way for the mass exodus of players to the Saudi Pro League. His free transfer to Al-Nassr raised many eyebrows on the global footballing scene. However, the SPL is now one of the most up-and-coming leagues in World football. The player and his partner have always been an iconic duo in the footballing scene.

Their relationship was made public in 2016 and has been in the limelight ever since. They make up one for one of, if not the most iconic power couple in football. While Cristiano is the captain of Al-Nassr and the Portuguese National team, Georgina Rodriguez has also made a name for herself. She is a model and social media personality, with next to 53 million followers on Instagram. The duo shared the record for one of the most-liked pictures on Instagram as well.

2. Roberto Firmino and Larissa Pereira

Brazilian footballer Roberto Firmino piles his trade at SPL club Al-Ahli. He dons the #10 for the ‘Emperors’ alongside Riyad Mahrez, Franck Kessie, Gabri Veiga and Edouard Mendy. The player joined Al-Alhi in the summer after running down his contract with Premier League club Liverpool.

The player’s relationship with his wife Larissa Pereira warrants attention. The Brazilian tied the knot with his long-term love, back in 2017 in a grand ceremony. The couple are parents to their two daughters Valentina and Bella. The player has, on multiple occasions, praised his wife for her unwavering support. She is often seen cheering her husband from the stands as well. Larissa is also a social media personality, racking up over half a million followers. She mainly posts about fashion and travel.

3. Karim Benzema and Jordan Ozuna

The former Real Madrid striker and Champions League winner Karim Benzema joined Al-Ittihad in a shock move last summer. The Real Madrid #9 joined the Saudi outfit on a free transfer but has signed a €600 million deal. Benzema’s move to Saudi comes on the back of a desire to live in the country and experience the lifestyle.

Alongside the player, Jordan Ozuna has also caught headlines. The stunning Instagram model fueled rumors of the duo’s relationship after she was spotted supporting the Frenchman during the 2021 Champions League final. The duo made their first public appearance during the 2022 Ballon d’Or ceremony, where Benzema was crowned the winner. Jordan has over 600K followers on Instagram and welcomed a child with Karim Benzema in April 2023.

4. Ruben Neves and Debora Lourenco

The 26-year-old midfield maestro for Wolves turned a lot of heads when he proposed a move to the Saudi Pro League last summer. The player set the precedent for footballers in their “prime” to move to an up-and-coming league such as the SPL. His deal with Al-Hilal comprises a £300K weekly salary and was bought for £47 million from Wolves, a club record.

His relationship with his now-wife, Debora Lourenco dates back to 2014. The couple has been dating for the last 9 years and married in 2019 after Ruben Neves proposed a year earlier. The couple is now parents to three children, a girl and two boys – Martim, Mateo and Margarida. Lourenco is a housewife and has an active following of over 28K on Instagram as well.

5. Marcelo Brozovic and Silvija Lihtar

Croatian midfielder Marcelo Brozovic made the move to Al-Nassr in the summer of 2023. Moreover, his $30 million per-season contract helped in forcing a move from the Serie A champions. The player is now a teammate of Portuguese star Cristiano Ronaldo and Senegalese star Sadio Mane. The 30-year-old midfielder has become a regular starter at the club in recent times as well.

His wife Silvija Lihtar, a stunning 30-year-old, has been with the Croat for the last 11 years. Unlike other wives and girlfriends of footballers, the player’s wife does not boast a huge social media following. Moreover, the couple shares a relatively low-key relationship with her husband. However, she occasionally posts pictures of her husband and herself, during trips and of herself, supporting her husband during matches. The duo are parents to two beautiful children.

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