Lionel Messi, the Inter Miami superstar, has been cautioned by Al-Ahli’s Riyad Mahrez that he would not receive “special protection” if he joins the Saudi Pro League, amid speculation of a potential move to Al-Ahli. The warning comes as Messi’s contract with Inter Miami nears its December 2025 expiration, fueling rumors of a blockbuster transfer to Saudi Arabia, where he could reunite with longtime rival Cristiano Ronaldo, now at Al-Nassr. Mahrez’s Candid Warning Riyad Mahrez, the former Manchester City star, emphasized the Saudi Pro League’s physical and competitive nature, stating that even a player of Messi’s stature would face tough challenges without preferential treatment from defenders or referees. The 34-year-old Algerian, who joined Al-Ahli in 2023, highlighted the league’s growing...