Al-Hilal Saudi Club is on the verge of finalizing the signing of young player Murad Hawsawi from Al-Khaleej Club, aiming to bolster their squad during the current winter transfer window. These moves come as part of the Riyadh-based club's management's efforts to further strengthen the team and compete at all levels, both domestically and continentally.
The reason for the delay in the official announcement of the deal
According to recent developments, an agreement has been reached in principle between the two clubs. However, the delay in officially signing the contracts stems from negotiations regarding the financial mechanism. Current discussions are focused on finalizing the payment schedule and its precise due dates. Informed sources told Al-Midan that the next few hours will see a thorough legal review of all contract clauses by the three parties (Al-Hilal, Al-Khaleej, and the player) to ensure everyone's rights are protected before final approval. The deal is expected to be officially announced within the next two days.
Murad Hawsawi's numbers with Al-Khaleej
Murad Hawsawi, 24, is one of the names that has recently emerged in the Roshan League. He joined Al-Khaleej on loan during the summer transfer window for the 2024/2025 season before making the move permanent. This season, the midfielder has made 11 appearances for Al-Khaleej, scoring two goals and providing two assists, accumulating 852 minutes of playing time, which has attracted the attention of scouts from major clubs.
The context of the competition and the importance of the deal for Al-Hilal
This deal is particularly important for Al-Hilal at this time, as the team's manager seeks to increase squad depth to cope with the expected fixture congestion in the second half of the season. Acquiring talented local players is a key part of the strategy of major Saudi clubs to ensure sustainability and long-term competitiveness, especially given Al-Hilal's participation in the AFC Champions League and the intense domestic competitions.
The impact of winter transfers on the Saudi League
The winter transfer window is a golden opportunity for clubs to correct their course and address technical weaknesses. The transfer of a player with Hawsawi's qualities to Al-Hilal reflects the club's purchasing power and appeal, and highlights the active investment relationship between clubs in the Saudi Professional League. Player transfers between local clubs have become an important avenue for developing the level of Saudi players and exposing them to different professional environments with high levels of competition.
