Bruno Lage… the discoverer Joao Felix who crossed Al-Ahly’s dreams into the Saudi League

“He’s the reason I’m who I am now,” “He’s my godfather,” two statements made not by one person, but by one of the world’s most famous soccer stars at the moment, a coach who has had a huge impact on the careers of everyone who’s worked under him.

Bruno Lage has become the latest international name to set foot in the Saudi League after Diriyah, newly promoted from the Yellow League to the first division, announced his signing to lead the side next season.