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Igalo joins new Saudi Arabian club

Former Manchester United and Nigeria international Odion Igalo is set to join Saudi club Al-Wehda on a free transfer.

The former Super Eagles forward put pen to paper on a two-year contract.

The Mecca -based outfit announced Ighalo’s arrival on Tuesday.

The 34-year-old left former Saudi Arabia Professional League champions, Al Hilal in June following the expiration of his contract.

The former Watford and Manchester United striker previously played for another Saudi club, Al Shabab.

Ighalo was the top scorer in the Saudi League with 20 goals two seasons ago.

He won the league title and Kings Cup during his time at Al Hilal.

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