"It's an honour to join FC Seoul, the biggest club in Korea,” said Al Arab via FC Seoul club channels.

“With my strengths in physicality, heading and aggressive play, I want to help the team return to the top and secure a spot in the ACL. I can't wait to meet the fans on the pitch, and move forward together ."

FC Seoul are currently sixth in the K League 1 standings after 23 matches played.

Meanwhile, Japanese international Zion Suzuki has landed in Italy, linking up with Parma Calcio 1913 who won the 2023/24 Serie B to make their return to the Serie A for the upcoming season.

Suzuki will be working under manager Fabio Pecchia, having played in Japan with Urawa Red Diamonds and in Belgium with Sint Truiden VV.

“I’m happy to be part of Parma Calcio 1913,” said Suzuki via Parma. “I know this is a club with a great history, with many fans worldwide, and we will be playing in Serie A. For this reason, I will always strive to give my best and contribute to the team's success”.

The 21-year-old goalkeeper has big gloves to fill as he’s taking over from the legendary Gianluigi Buffon who retired after the end of the 2023/24 season.

Elsewhere English Championship Club Swansea City completed the signing of 22-year-old forward Eom Ji-sung from Gwangju FC.

Managerial changes in the Saudi Pro League saw two French managers take over the helm as Laurent Blanc took charge at Al Ittihad while Sabri Lamouchi took over at Al Riyadh.