OFFICIAL: Saïmon Bouabré Complete Move from Monaco to NEOM SC

Saïmon Bouabré has officially completed his transfer from AS Monaco to NEOM SC, signing a five-year contract with the newly promoted Saudi Pro League side. The 19-year-old Franco-Ivorian attacking midfielder joins the Saudi club for €10 million plus €2 million in add-ons, with Monaco securing a sell-on clause as part of the deal.

Transfer specialist Fabrizio Romano confirmed the completion of the move with his announcement: “Saïmon Bouabré leaves AS Monaco to join NEOM SC in Saudi Pro League, story confirmed. €10m fee, €2m add-ons, sell-on clause and five year deal for 19 year old talent.” Saudi Arabian club Neom SC have reached a full agreement with AS Monaco to sign highly rated 19-year-old winger Saimon Bouabre, according to Fabrizio Romano. The deal is expected to be worth €10 million, with an additional €2 million in potential add-ons, along with a sell-on clause included in Monaco’s favour.

NEOM SC have agreed deal with AS Monaco to sign 19 year old talent Saïmon Bouabré. Transfer fee €10m plus €2m add-ons and sell-on clause. This represents a major coup for the Saudi club in their inaugural top-flight campaign.

Player’s Contract Agreement

According to a report from RMC Sport journalist Fabrice Hawkins, Neom SC have reached an agreement on personal terms with AS Monaco’s Saïmon Bouabré (19). The five-year contract provides long-term security for both player and club, demonstrating NEOM’s commitment to building their squad around young talent.

An agreement has been reached between the newly promoted side and AS Monaco for the transfer of the young Franco-Ivorian talent. The contract terms reflect the ambitious project that NEOM has outlined for their debut season in Saudi Arabia’s top division.

Competition from French Clubs

Bouabré’s move to Saudi Arabia came despite strong interest from French clubs, particularly Marseille. Saïmon Bouabré’s (19) move to Neom SC may not be a foregone conclusion. The Saudi Arabia side have reached an agreement with AS Monaco on a fee of around €12m. They have also agreed terms with the player, RMC Sport journalist Fabrice Hawkins understands, though ultimately the Saudi offer proved too attractive to refuse.

Olympique de Marseille have contacted AS Monaco over a potential move for young attacking midfielder Bouabré, but were unable to match NEOM’s financial package. The competition from French clubs pushed up the player’s market value but could not prevent his departure to the Middle East.

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Financial Package Details

L’Équipe explains that the two clubs have reached an agreement for €10m excluding bonuses, with the midfielder set to join a club that has recruited heavily from France this summer. Neom are now pushing to seal a deal for AS Monaco’s Saimon Bouabre, with a €10m fee plus €2m in add-ons agreed.

The total package of €12 million including add-ons makes this one of Monaco’s most profitable sales for a teenager with limited first-team experience. The sell-on clause ensures Monaco will benefit from any future transfer involving Bouabré.

Limited First-Team Experience

The teenager has made four appearances for his formative club, but with his contract expiring next summer, Monaco were keen to cash in on their academy graduate rather than lose him for free. Bouabre, with four Ligue 1 appearances, represents a calculated gamble for NEOM based on his potential rather than proven experience.

Despite his limited senior appearances, Bouabré has been highly rated within Monaco’s academy system, with scouts praising his technical ability and attacking instincts that caught NEOM’s attention.

Player Profile and Potential

The Franco-Ivorian attacking midfielder operates primarily as a creative playmaker but possesses the versatility to play across multiple attacking positions. His pace, dribbling ability, and eye for goal make him an exciting prospect for Saudi Pro League defenses.

At just 19 years old, Bouabré represents the type of young talent that NEOM are targeting as they build their squad for long-term success rather than short-term impact signings.

NEOM’s French Connection

The midfielder set to join a club that has recruited heavily from France this summer. Bouabré’s arrival continues NEOM’s strategy of targeting French talent, with the Saudi club clearly impressed by the quality of players available in France’s youth systems.

The club’s focus on French markets reflects their systematic approach to recruitment, identifying players who can adapt quickly to their tactical requirements while offering strong potential for future development.

Monaco’s Development Success

The transfer validates Monaco’s reputation for developing young talent through their academy system. The substantial fee received for a player with minimal first-team experience demonstrates the market value of their youth products.

Monaco’s inclusion of a sell-on clause shows their confidence in Bouabré’s continued development and potential for future moves to major European clubs, ensuring they benefit from his career progression.

Saudi Pro League Integration

Bouabré joins a growing list of young French talents choosing the Saudi Pro League for their career development. His integration into NEOM’s squad will be closely monitored as the club seeks to establish itself in Saudi Arabia’s top division.

The five-year contract provides stability for both parties while allowing Bouabré to develop his game in a competitive environment with significant financial backing.

With his move now complete, Saïmon Bouabré embarked on an exciting new chapter at NEOM SC, bringing his creativity and potential to the Saudi Pro League stage while helping the newly promoted club establish their top-flight credentials.