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Manchester United and Juventus will compete against two teams to put their hands on Victor Osimhen, as Al-Hilal are ready to join the fray,

Al-Hilal Defy Manchester United and Juventus for Osimhen

April 25, 2025 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Galatasaray, Italian Football, Juventus, Manchester United, Napoli, Premier League, Saudi Arabia, Saudi Pro League, Serie A, Serie A 2025-2026, Transfer Market Leave a comment

Manchester United and Juventus will have to compete against at least two teams to put their hands on Victor Osimhen in the summer, as Al-Hilal are ready to join the fray, and Galatasaray will attempt to keep him past his stellar loan spell.

The Saudi Pro League continues to eye Inter and, after an attempt to lure Nicolò Barella, Al-Hilal have set their sights on Simone Inzaghi.

Al-Hilal to Tempt Inter Coach with a Very Rich Offer

April 18, 2025 Enrico Passarella Brazil, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Saudi Arabia, Saudi Pro League, Serie A, Serie A 2024-2025, Serie A 2025-2026 Leave a comment

The Saudi Pro League continues to eye Inter and, after an attempt to lure Nicolò Barella, Al-Hilal have set their sights on Simone Inzaghi, who’s widely expected to ink a richer and longer extension at the end of the season.

Inter Ace to Rebuff Massive Offer from Saudi Arabia

March 28, 2025 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Saudi Arabia, Saudi Pro League, Serie A, Serie A 2024-2025, Transfer Market

Al-Hilal have identified Nicolò Barella as their next high-profile target, but it’s highly unlikely their courtship will be successful despite the humungous figures on the table. The Saudi side intends to bring in a proven champion in his prime.

Roma have shaken hands with Al-Hilal and PIF to bring in Saud Abdulhamid and have lodged a substantial bid for Lens’ Kevin Danso.

Roma to Sign Abdulhamid, Target Lens Star Defender

August 26, 2024 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Italian Football, Lens, Ligue 1, Roma, Saudi Arabia, Saudi Pro League, Serie A, Serie A 2024-2025, Transfer Market

Roma have shaken hands with Al-Hilal and PIF to bring in Saud Abdulhamid but won’t stop at him to address their defense as they have lodged a substantial bid for Lens’ Kevin Danso. The fullback will be the first Saudi player to star in Serie A.

Roma are plotting to add one man in every role once Paulo Dybala seals his move to Al-Qadsiah, which will happen soon. Saud Abdulhamid is very close.

Roma Plotting to Bounce Back with Multiple Signings

August 22, 2024 Enrico Passarella Borussia Moenchengladbach, Bundesliga, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Lens, Ligue 1, Napoli, Roma, Saudi Arabia, Saudi Pro League, Serie A, Serie A 2024-2025, Transfer Market

Roma aim to add one man in every role once Paulo Dybala seals his move to Al-Qadsiah, which will happen soon. The closest target is Saud Abdulhamid from Al-Hilal. Instead, the negotiation for Lorenz Assignon is stalling.

Roma are working on three additions to their rearguard, as they laid eyes on Tiago Djaló on top of being in talks for Saud Abdulhamid and Lorenz Assignon.

Roma Negotiating to Purchase Three New Defenders

August 20, 2024 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Italian Football, Juventus, Ligue 1, Rennes, Roma, Saudi Arabia, Saudi Pro League, Serie A, Serie A 2024-2025, Transfer Market

Roma are working on three additions to their rearguard, as they laid eyes on Juventus outcast Tiago Djaló on top of being in talks for Saud Abdulhamid and Lorenz Assignon. The two fullbacks aren’t mutually exclusive.

The talks between Roma and the Saudi officials don’t regard only Paulo Dybala, as the Giallorossi have laid eyes on Saul Abdulhamid.

Roma Approaching Acquisition of Saudi Right-Back

August 15, 2024 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Italian Football, Roma, Saudi Arabia, Saudi Pro League, Serie A, Serie A 2024-2025, Transfer Market

The talks between Roma and the Saudi officials don’t regard only Paulo Dybala, as the Giallorossi have laid eyes on Saud Abdulhamid. They have been looking for a new right-back all summer long. The defender stars for Al-Hilal

The deadline to purchase Rafael Leao for a mammoth fixed fee, €175M, has passed without too much drama despite some chatter.

Release Clause of Milan Star Leao No Longer Effective

July 16, 2024 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Saudi Arabia, Saudi Pro League, Serie A, Serie A 2024-2025, Transfer Market

The deadline to purchase Rafael Leao for a mammoth fixed fee, €175M, has passed without drama. Despite some early rumors about some Saudi sides being hot on his trail, Milan haven’t received anything concrete so far this summer.

Al-Hilal continue to court Rafael Leao, but it appears that nothing will come out of it, as the forward prefers staying at Milan.

Leao Again Rebuffs Saudi Interest Despite Previous Ties

June 26, 2024 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Saudi Arabia, Saudi Pro League, Serie A, Serie A 2024-2025, Transfer Market

Al-Hilal continue to court Rafael Leao, but it appears that nothing will come out of it, as the forward prefers staying at Milan. The Saudi side is coached by Jorge Jesus, who first fielded him in 2017 when he was at Sporting CP.

Rafale Leao might have a decision to make since Al Hilal are reportedly preparing to activate his release clause and cover him in gold to convince him.

Milan President’s Stance on Standout Star Sparks Anxiety

June 2, 2024 Marko Vrakela AC Milan, Serie A, Transfer Market

Milan President Paolo Scaroni has delivered a shocking verdict on the future of quicksilver forward Rafael Leao. Whether it was a poorly attempted joke or a hint at the club’s stance on their best player, the Rossoneri fans are in …

Al Hilal Ready to Dangle Massive Offer for Milan Star

May 23, 2024 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Saudi Arabia, Saudi Pro League, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Transfer Market

Rafale Leao might have a decision to make since Al Hilal are reportedly preparing to activate his release clause and cover him in gold to convince him to join. The star has routinely voiced his attachment to Milan and desire to stay put.

Bayern Munich are going after Theo Hernandez to replace Alphonso Davies, who might leave in the summer. The contract of the Canadian star expires in 2025.

Bayern Munich Make Strides in Pursuit of Theo Hernandez

May 7, 2024 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Bayern Munich, Bundesliga, Calciomercato, Chelsea, Italian Football, La Liga, Manchester United, Premier League, Real Madrid, Saudi Arabia, Saudi Pro League, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Serie A 2024-2025, Transfer Market One comment

Bayern Munich are going after Theo Hernandez to replace Alphonso Davies, who might leave in the summer. The contract of the Canadian star expires in 2025. He’ll likely be sold without an extension in the next couple of months. Real Madrid are strongly tracking him.

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