The board of directors of Al-Hilal Saudi Club announced today, Saturday, the completion of one of the most prominent deals of the winter transfer period for 2026, by officially signing the Saudi international star Murad Hawsawi, the midfielder of Al-Khaleej Club, to strengthen the ranks of “Al-Zaeem” in the next stage of local and continental competitions.
Contract details and official announcement
The Riyadh-based club issued an official statement confirming that the board of directors of Al-Hilal Club Company, chaired by Prince Nawaf bin Saad, had finalized all legal and financial procedures related to the deal. Under this agreement, Hawsawi has officially joined Al-Hilal on a five-year contract, reflecting the technical and administrative staff's confidence in the player's abilities and his potential to make a significant contribution to the first team.
As part of the media campaign accompanying the deal, Al-Hilal's official account on the social media platform "X" (formerly Twitter) published a professional design featuring a picture of the player in the club's jersey, followed by a clever promotional phrase: "Murad... his goal is Al-Hilal," which received widespread interaction from Al-Hilal fans who were optimistic about the player's arrival.
Hawsawi's numbers and brilliant career
The signing of Murad Hawsawi comes after a remarkable run with Al-Khaleej, where he established himself as one of the most promising young midfielders in the Saudi league. According to statistics from the global website Transfermarkt, Hawsawi has played 43 matches across all competitions, scoring 3 goals and providing 2 assists, demonstrating his ability to link up play and contribute effectively to both defensive and offensive duties.
Ongoing honorary support
In its statement, Al-Hilal's management expressed its gratitude and appreciation to Prince Al-Waleed bin Talal bin Abdulaziz, a gold member of the club, praising his generous financial support and his sponsorship of the deal. This support is a continuation of His Highness's longstanding commitment to the club, which has been a cornerstone in enabling Al-Hilal to attract top local and international players and maintain the club's financial and technical stability over the years.
Context of the deal and its strategic importance
This deal is particularly significant given the intense competition in the Saudi Professional League, where top clubs strive to bolster their benches and starting lineups with the best local talent. Al-Hilal, the Asian powerhouse and most decorated club in domestic competitions, is known for its consistent strategy of acquiring the biggest names in the Saudi national team to ensure continued dominance.
The signing of Hawsawi comes at a time when the team needs fresh blood in midfield, especially with the increasing number of matches per season and participation in multiple competitions including the league, the King's Cup, and the AFC Champions League. This move confirms Al-Hilal's determination to continue its ambitious sporting project, which keeps pace with the tremendous transformation in the Kingdom's sports sector, by leveraging young national talent to ensure a bright future for the team.
