The board of directors of Al-Hilal Saudi Club has successfully completed the official signing of young midfielder Murad Hawsawi from Al-Khaleej Club, as part of the club's efforts to strengthen its first football team during the current winter transfer window. This move aims to enhance the technical options available to the coaching staff and ensure continued strong competition for all domestic and continental titles.
Financial details of the deal and Al-Ahli club's share
According to informed sources, the deal was finalized after intensive negotiations during which Al-Hilal agreed to meet all the financial demands set by Al-Khaleej officials for the player's transfer. In a significant financial detail revealing the rights of previous clubs in player development, Ohod will receive a substantial 40% share of the total transfer fee for Housawi to Al-Hilal, as stipulated in the contract signed when the player moved from Ohod to Al-Khaleej.
The player's career and outstanding statistics
Murad Hawsawi, 24, is one of the names that has recently emerged prominently in the Saudi Professional League. He joined Al-Khaleej during the summer transfer window of the 2024/2025 season, initially on loan, before the club's management were impressed with his skills and purchased his contract permanently. However, his stay was short-lived as he quickly caught the eye of Al-Hilal scouts.
Regarding the statistics that strengthened Al-Hilal's desire to sign him, Hawsawi participated in 11 official matches for Al-Khaleej this season. During his 852 minutes of play, the player demonstrated clear attacking effectiveness despite his midfield position, managing to score two goals and provide two assists, reflecting his ability to contribute to both the defensive and offensive aspects of the game.
The importance of the deal and the context of the competition
This deal takes on particular significance given the fierce competition in the Saudi Professional League. Al-Hilal consistently strives to bolster its squad with highly skilled local players to ensure readiness amidst the demanding schedule and overlapping competitions of the league, the King's Cup, and the AFC Champions League. Investing in young local talents like Hawsawi is a long-term strategy that guarantees the club technical stability and compliance with the regulations of the Saudi Arabian Football Federation and the Asian Football Confederation regarding player rosters.
The addition of Hawsawi is expected to be a strong boost to the Blue Wave squad, as he will provide additional tactical solutions in the maneuvering area, especially given the ongoing need to rotate players to avoid fatigue and injuries in the crucial second half of the season.
