Recent reports have surfaced indicating that Steven Gerrard has opted to abandon his pursuit of bringing Jota to Al-Ettifaq. The Portuguese player, who has struggled to secure game time since his high-profile move from Celtic to Al-Ittihad in a lucrative £25 million deal last summer, finds himself out of favor at the club. Rumors are now circulating that Ittihad officials are considering offers for the talented playmaker, with speculation in Saudi media hinting at a potential reunion between Jota and Brendan Rodgers at a Scottish club.
In addition to interest from Brendan Rodgers, Gerrard’s former club in the Scottish Premier League has also been linked to Jota. However, recent developments suggest that Gerrard’s club has retracted their interest in the player, leaving Ittihad eager for other suitors to step up and take Jota off their hands.
Jota, at 25 years old, left a lasting impression during his time at Celtic, making 83 appearances with 28 goals and 23 assists under Ange Postecoglou’s management. As his current situation continues to attract attention from clubs within Saudi Arabia and potentially overseas, Jota’s future remains uncertain, with various clubs closely monitoring his status.
