St. Pauli's relegation from the Bundesliga has cost the club more than just top-flight status — it looks set to lose its goalkeeper too. Nikola Vasilj had already confirmed he'd depart as a free agent once his contract expired, and according to Bulinews.com, the 30-year-old shot-stopper now appears headed for Saudi Arabia in his next career move.
Vasilj established himself as a reliable presence between the posts during his time in Hamburg, but with St. Pauli dropping down a division, he's opted to seek a fresh challenge elsewhere rather than fight for promotion back to the Bundesliga.
While no club has been officially confirmed, the report suggests a Saudi Pro League switch is on the cards — part of the growing trend of players leaving European football's traditional leagues for the financial pull of Saudi football.
As it stands, Vasilj remains a free agent following the expiry of his St. Pauli deal, and further details on his next destination are expected to emerge as the move edges closer to completion.