Sources within Al-Hilal Saudi Club have announced that the club's management has reached a final agreement to mutually terminate the contract of international midfielder Abdulilah Al-Malki . This decision brings to a close a complex saga that unfolded during the summer transfer window, following a series of negotiations regarding the player's future.
Details of the rejection of the Gulf deal
The termination decision came after Al-Maliki categorically rejected the idea of a swap deal with Al-Khaleej, which would have involved Murad Hawsawi Al-Hilal. Al-Maliki insisted on his right to determine his own future and choose his next destination without being forced to join any club as part of other deals. This prompted Al-Hilal's management to reach an amicable agreement to terminate the contract and grant the player a free transfer.
Green light from the technical staff
On the technical side, Al-Hilal's coaching staff, led by Portuguese manager Jorge Jesus (not Simone Inzaghi as mistakenly reported in some initial articles), gave the green light for Al-Maliki's departure. This decision was based on the coach's vision to restructure the midfield, especially after finalizing the signing of full-back Murad Hawsawi and agreeing on all financial details. This made Al-Maliki's exit a viable option to reduce the squad size and make room for new players.
The player's career and challenges
Abdulilah Al-Malki is a prominent name in Saudi football, having transferred to Al-Hilal from Al-Ittihad in a big-money deal. However, his time with the Blues has faced significant challenges, most notably a cruciate ligament injury that sidelined him for extended periods, impacting his chances of securing a regular starting position in a squad packed with international and local stars. The player hopes his next step will help him regain his previous form and secure his place in the Saudi national team (the Green Falcons) for upcoming international competitions.
Victory atmosphere at Kingdom Arena
This administrative decision coincided with a period of euphoria within the Blue team, following their significant morale-boosting victory in their recent match against arch-rivals Al-Nassr, with a score of three goals to one. The match, held at the Kingdom Arena , the new architectural masterpiece, confirmed Al-Hilal's readiness to compete for all titles and gave the management greater flexibility in making decisions regarding player departures and arrivals to ensure the team's technical and administrative stability.
