Thomas Murg's future: Does he stay in Saudi Arabia or does he return?

Thomas Murg's future: Does he stay in Saudi Arabia or does he return?

Al-Khaleej, Saudi-Arabien - Thomas Murg, the 30-year-old Austrian footballer, made a move from Paok Saloniki to Al-Khaleej FC to Saudi Pro League in January 2023. According to Laola1 , Murg was transferred to Saudi-Arabia in rental base and has now played seven competitive games for the team in which he was able to score a goal. During his time in Saudi Arabia, he emphasized that he feels good there and plans to discuss his future with the club.

The loan from Murg to Al-Khaleej FC runs until the end of the season and includes a purchase option for the club. However, it is currently the case that Murg would have to return to Paok for the next season, where he is under contract by 2026. The player was openly sorted out at PAOK, but does not consider a return to the Greek association to be excluded. "If the general conditions are right and I feel comfortable, I am ready to stay with Paok," he said.

Overview of Murg's career and services

Thomas Murg switched from Rapid Vienna to Paok Saloniki in October 2020 and has played over 100 games for the Greek association since then. This season he was able to score a goal in 14 league games before the transfer to Saudi Arabia took place. According to OE24 , the change was important, since al-khahaleej FC in the lower half of the table for the class stay fights.

With his return to Al-Khaleej, Murg could get the chance to expand his influence on the team. Talks about his future are planned in the coming weeks, so that both the player and the club can make a decision for the coming season.

About the Saudi Pro League

The Saudi Pro League is increasingly used by international talents to advance their career. Murg's change is another example of the trend that players go to the Saudi league. Further details on the game transfers can be found on Transfermarkt , where an extensive overview of the last transfers is provided in the league.

Overall, it remains to be seen how Murg's situation will develop and whether he stays with Al-Khaleej in the long term or returns to Paok. However, the player seems to be motivated to continue his career in Saudi Arabia and continue to perform well.