Al-Qadisiyah FC, leaders of the Yellow League (First Division), officially announced the signing of veteran defender Waleed Al-Ahmad from Al-Taawoun FC, which competes in the Saudi Professional League. This acquisition comes as part of the club's management's serious efforts to strengthen the team with experienced players capable of achieving their ultimate goal: a swift return to the elite level.
According to reliable sources, Al-Qadisiyah's management finalized the deal after intensive negotiations over the past few hours, during which all financial and contractual terms were agreed upon with both Al-Taawoun and the player. Al-Qadisiyah paid the required transfer fee, thus concluding one of the most significant deals of the current winter transfer window.
Background of the deal and the general context
This move by Al-Qadisiyah Club comes as a well-considered strategic step in line with the club's ambitious sporting project following its acquisition by Saudi Aramco. The club, based in Al-Khobar, aims to build a strong and sustainable team that not only seeks promotion to the Saudi Professional League but also competes strongly within it in the coming seasons. The team is led by renowned Spanish coach Michel González, who has requested reinforcements to the team's defense to ensure the necessary defensive solidity during the crucial stages of the season.
Waleed Al-Ahmad (27 years old) is one of the defenders who has good experience in Saudi stadiums, as he started his career in the youth categories of Al-Hilal Club, before moving to Al-Faisaly Club, where he shone and emerged, and then he moved to Al-Taawon Club to continue to provide consistent levels in the Professional League.
The importance of the deal and its expected impact
Domestically, Waleed Al-Ahmad's arrival is expected to add depth and strength to Al-Qadisiyah's defense, as the club looks to maintain its lead in the Yellow League and secure direct promotion. Al-Ahmad's experience in handling the pressure of important matches will be a crucial factor in the second half of the season. As for Al-Taawoun, Al-Ahmad's departure represents a loss of a key defender, and the club's management will have to find a suitable replacement to maintain the team's balance.
Regionally, this deal reflects the remarkable growth in the financial capabilities and competitiveness of even the top-tier clubs in Saudi Arabia, aligning with the Kingdom's Vision 2030 for developing the sports sector. Major signings are no longer the sole domain of the top clubs in the Roshan League; clubs in the Yellow League are now able to attract prominent players, raising the level of competition and making it more exciting and widely followed.
