Barnabás Varga Rejects Al-Ittihad’s Historic Offer, Commits to Ferencváros Legacy
Budapest, August 22, 2025 — Ferencváros TC’s prolific striker Barnabás Varga has turned down a record-breaking transfer offer from Saudi Pro League champions Al-Ittihad, choosing loyalty over luxury in a move that has stunned the European football community.
Sources close to the club confirm that Al-Ittihad tabled a multi-million euro bid for the 29-year-old Hungarian international, aiming to lure him to Jeddah as part of their aggressive squad rebuild. The offer reportedly included a salary package that would have made Varga one of the highest-paid Hungarian players in history.
But Varga, who has netted 26 goals across all competitions this season, declined the deal, citing unfinished business in Budapest. “Ferencváros is more than a club—it’s my home, my fight, my pride,” he said in a brief statement released through his agent.
The decision comes amid growing interest in Varga from clubs across Europe and the Middle East. Yet his commitment to Fradi signals a powerful message: ambition doesn’t always mean departure.
Ferencváros manager Robbie Keane praised the striker’s stance. “Barnabás is the heartbeat of this team. His goals speak volumes, but his loyalty speaks louder.”
With Champions League qualification still in play and domestic dominance within reach, Varga’s choice could prove pivotal—not just for Ferencváros, but for Hungarian football’s global reputation.
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