STREAMING giant DAZN have agreed a one-season deal to show the Saudi Pro League.
DAZN were initially thought to be out of the race as other companies pitched for the rights to show games, with the auction being handled by IMG.
Sun Sport reported that Sky Sports were mulling a bid ahead of Friday’s opening games of the Saudi season.
But DAZN, owned by Brit billionaire Len Blavatnik, has stolen a march to pick up the rights for the UK, Germany and Austria after a weekend twist saw negotiations accelerate.
More to follow.
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Source: Soccer - thesun.co.uk
