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Winger Diaby joins Al-Ittihad from Aston Villa

France winger Moussa Diaby has joined Saudi Arabian side Al-Ittihad from Aston Villa.

The 25-year-old leaves Villa Park just one season after joining on a five-year deal for a club record, reportedly £51.9m, from Bayer Leverkusen last July.

Diaby made 54 Villa appearances, scoring 10 goals, and helped them finish fourth in the Premier League to qualify for the Champions League.

"Villans, thank you for everything. It's time to say goodbye," Diaby said on X.

"I've always given my best to help the club and the team, and we've had some great moments that will stay in my memory.