Mahmoud Dahoud, a 30-year-old German-Syrian central midfielder who was previously without a club, is expected to join Dubai United in the United Arab Emirates. The club posted a silhouette on its official Instagram channel that is recognisably Dahoud. Additionally, images of the player wearing the club's kit were uploaded to the UAE Pro League website, appearing on the profile of a future teammate. At Dubai United, Dahoud will be coached by Andrea Pirlo, a 47-year-old Italian who has managed the team since last summer. The two-time Germany international was previously linked with LA Galaxy and has a current market value of €2.00m according to Transfermarkt.