In a definitive statement, Abdullah Al-Majed, president of Al-Nassr FC, put an end to the speculation circulating in Saudi sports circles regarding the potential transfer of international striker Abdullah Al-Hamdan from arch-rival Al-Hilal to Al-Nassr during the current winter transfer window. Al-Majed confirmed that all rumors on this matter are officially unfounded.
During his appearance on the “Thamania” network, the Al-Nassr president responded clearly to the questions, saying: “I hear a lot of talk about Al-Nassr entering negotiations to sign Al-Hilal player Abdullah Al-Hamdan .” He added, completely denying that any request or recommendation in this regard had reached the administration: “We, as the administration or the technical committee, have not received anything regarding signing Al-Hamdan so far .
Background to the rumors and the context of the heated competition
These rumors come at a sensitive and crucial time in the Saudi Professional League, as the top clubs, most notably Al-Nassr and Al-Hilal, compete fiercely to bolster their squads with the most prominent local and international stars. Any news of a player transfer between the two Riyadh giants carries added significance due to the historical and passionate rivalry between the clubs, making direct transfers between them a rare and highly controversial event.
Abdullah Al-Hamdan, the Saudi national team striker, is considered one of the most prominent attacking talents in Saudi football. Despite not being a regular starter with Al-Hilal due to the presence of a constellation of foreign stars, his name remains strongly mentioned in the transfer market as a strategic option for any club seeking to strengthen its attacking depth with a distinguished local player.
The importance of the statement and its impact on the sports scene
The Al-Nassr president's denial carries significant weight, as it aims to put an end to speculation that could affect the stability of both teams and the players' focus. The statement also reflects the transparency the club's management is trying to maintain with the media and fans regarding transfers. Despite the denial, Al-Majed did not rule out addressing the team's future needs, concluding his remarks with a strategic vision: "As a fan of Al-Nassr, even before being its president, I believe the club must always meet its technical requirements ." This last statement leaves the door open for further moves the club might make to strengthen its ranks based on the technical committee's reports, but it confirms that the Al-Hamdan deal is not currently on the table for negotiation.
Al-Hamdan’s future with Al-Hilal remains a focus of attention for fans, especially with the winter transfer window nearing its end, as fans are eager to know whether the player will continue to compete for his position at the club or look for a new destination that will give him a greater opportunity to participate.
