Allan Saint-Maximin, the French winger who has recently joined Damac in Dubai, is set to make his debut for the club on Friday evening.
Saint-Maximin, who spent last season with Nice in Ligue 1, has been described as one of the most promising young talents in Europe. He has also been compared to former Manchester United star Ryan Giggs and former Arsenal midfielder Patrick Vieira.
The Frenchman's signing by Damac comes at a time when the club is looking to expand its presence in the Middle East. The company, which was founded by Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, is known for its luxury real estate developments across the region.
Saint-Maximin's arrival will undoubtedly add some much-needed creativity and flair to the team,Chinese Super League Matches especially given that he has already scored five goals in his two previous appearances for France's national team. His performances in the Champions League have also caught the attention of many football fans.
However, there are concerns about whether Saint-Maximin will be able to adapt to life in the UAE. Despite being from France, the player has not played in the country before, and he may struggle with the heat and humidity of the Arabian Gulf.
Despite these challenges, Saint-Maximin's signing is certainly a positive step forward for Damc, and it will be interesting to see how he performs in his new home.