In a scene reflecting high sportsmanship and loyalty to the team, Al-Khaleej's midfield star, Murad Hawsawi , made sure to be present in the stands of the stadium during the match that brought his club together with its counterpart Damac, in order to provide moral support to his fellow players despite his absence from the participating list.
Hawsawi’s absence from this important match, which took place this Friday afternoon as part of the fourteenth (14) round of the Saudi Professional League, comes amid strong news and press reports confirming that his football future has been decided and that he will move to a new destination during the current winter transfer period.
Details of Hawsawi's transfer to Al-Hilal
According to sources at Al-Midan newspaper on Thursday, Al-Hilal, the leading club in Saudi and Asian football, has finalized the official agreement to sign Murad Hawsawi from Al-Khaleej. This move by the club's management comes as part of its ongoing efforts to strengthen the team with talented young local players in midfield, in preparation for upcoming domestic and continental competitions.
This deal is considered one of Al-Hilal's strategic moves during the winter transfer window, as the club always seeks to maintain squad depth to ensure continued competition for all titles, especially given the expected pressure of matches in the second half of the season.
Numbers and career of Murad Hawsawi with Al-Khaleej
Murad Hawsawi, 24, is considered one of the most prominent names to have shone in Al-Khaleej's squad this season. He initially joined the club on loan during the 2024/2025 summer transfer window, before the coaching staff were impressed with his performance and made the move permanent.
Looking at the numbers, Hawsawi has delivered remarkable performances in the midfield position, having played 11 matches for Al-Khaleej this season, during which he made his mark by scoring two goals, in addition to creating two other goals for his teammates, during 852 minutes of play, making him a key pillar who contributed to the team’s positive results.
The importance of the match and the context of the competition
The match between Al-Khaleej and Damac holds particular importance for both teams in the Roshan League standings, as each seeks to improve their position in the safe zone and avoid the complexities of relegation. The presence of Housawi in the stands, despite his impending departure, demonstrates the professionalism and cohesion within the Al-Khaleej squad, a crucial factor in the stability of teams striving to deliver respectable performances in one of the strongest leagues in the Arab region and the Middle East.
Hawsawi’s departure is expected to leave a void in Al-Khaleej’s midfield, and the coaching staff will have to work quickly to compensate for it, either through the available players or by making new deals before the winter transfer window closes.
