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Al-Ettifaq pursues Derek Cornelius after failed Rayo Vallecano transfer

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 3, 2026, 11:20 AM

Last updated Sep 3, 2026

Al-Ettifaq pursues Derek Cornelius after failed Rayo Vallecano transfer

Summary

Al-Ettifaq has initiated negotiations to sign Marseille defender Derek Cornelius. The Saudi club is working to secure the Canadian international before the local transfer window closes on September 6. Cornelius was previously linked to a move to Rayo Vallecano, but that deal stalled due to a lack of agreement between parties. The 28-year-old joined Marseille in the summer of 2024 and made 26 appearances across all competitions. He also spent time on loan at Rangers during the previous season, recording 12 appearances, one goal, and one assist. Cornelius has earned 48 caps for the Canada national team.

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•Al-Ettifaq is currently in talks to sign defender Derek Cornelius from Marseille.
•The Saudi Arabian transfer window is set to close on September 6.
•A potential transfer of the player to Rayo Vallecano collapsed recently.
•Cornelius made 26 appearances for Marseille since joining the club in 2024.
•The defender has 48 caps for the Canada national team.

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11:20 AMYahoo Sports — Al-Ettifaq pursue Marseille defender Derek Cornelius after Rayo Vallecano deal collapsed

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Al-Ettifaq are reportedly keen to sign Olympique de Marseille’s Derek Cornelius (28), according to information from journalist Fabrizio Romano.Talks between the Saudi club and their French counterpa...
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