The future of young player Murad Hawsawi, star of Al-Khaleej FC, sparked widespread debate in Saudi sports circles during the recent transfer window. In official statements, Hussein Al-Dubais, the club's director of football, put an end to the speculation, revealing details of the ongoing negotiations regarding the future of the player, who is considered one of the most promising rising talents in the Saudi Professional League.
Background of the Saudi transfer market
This heightened focus on local players comes within the context of the historic transformation underway in the Saudi Professional League. With substantial support from the Public Investment Fund and the acquisition of world-class stars, competition among top clubs has intensified, not only internationally but also in the race to secure the best Saudi talent. This is crucial for strengthening their squads and ensuring a balance between local and foreign players, making players with the qualities of Murad Hawsawi a rare and highly sought-after commodity.
Details of the negotiations and Al-Dabis's statements
Speaking on the “Action with Waleed” program, Al-Dubais confirmed that negotiations to sign Housawi are real and ongoing, saying, “There are negotiations to sign Murad Housawi, but there is no progress or agreement yet, and negotiations are still underway with more than one team.” He explained that Al-Hilal was among the first clubs to submit a formal offer, adding, “There were official negotiations initially with Al-Hilal, and there are also negotiations with other clubs through intermediaries, not directly between the two clubs.” Al-Dubais strongly denied the rumors circulating about astronomical figures for the deal, asserting that “the figure of 100 million riyals for selling his contract is incorrect.”.
The importance of the deal and its expected impact
For Al-Hilal, signing Housawi represents a strategic investment for the future, as the club seeks to bolster its defense with a young Saudi player possessing high technical and physical capabilities. For Al-Khaleej, selling the player's contract will provide significant financial liquidity, contributing to the club's budget and the development of its various teams. On a personal level, this move will be a giant leap in the career of Murad Housawi (24 years old), who has delivered a remarkable performance this season, participating in 10 matches, scoring two goals and providing two assists, reflecting his attacking prowess despite playing in a defensive position.
The player's future remains uncertain until further notice, amid fierce competition between several major clubs to secure his services, making his transfer one of the most prominent stories followed with great interest by the Saudi sports community.
