Antonio Conte is one of the high-profile names of European football not destined to join the riches on offer in Saudi Arabia after revealing he previously rejected a move to the Middle East.
The Italian has been out of work since leaving his post as first-team coach at Tottenham in March following a torrid run of form and a negative attitude sweeping through the club camp.
Meanwhile, the Saudi Pro League is attempting to cement its status as one of the world's best footballing institutions after launching a successful summer raid on Europe.