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Saudi Arabia transfers stakes to PIF in four top football clubs

The sovereign wealth fund is receiving 25% holdings in Al-Ittihad, Al-Ahli, Al-Hilal and Al-Nassr that are currently held by nonprofit foundations

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The Saudi King's Cup match between Al Diriyah and Al Nassr

Saudi Arabia is reshuffling ownership in four of its biggest soccer clubs, transferring additional stakes to its sovereign wealth fund as the kingdom seeks to attract private investment.

The Public Investment Fund is receiving 25% holdings in Al-Ittihad,...