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Ghareeb in the Spotlight: Al-Nassr Star Demands More Minutes Amid New Signings

3 January 2026

Ghareeb in the Spotlight: Al-Nassr Star Demands More Minutes Amid New Signings
Ghareeb eyes more playing time with Al-Nassr amid strong competition.

Frustration grows

Saudi sports outlets report Abdulrahman Ghareeb, a star at Al-Nassr, is unhappy with his role this season.

His playing time has declined, especially after the summer arrivals of Kingsley Coman and Joao Felix.

According to Al-Riyadia, Ghareeb is pressing for more minutes, with Jorge Jesus relying on him mainly in the Champions League and offering few league appearances.

The newspaper adds Ghareeb seeks a place with the national team in preparation for the 2026 World Cup in the United States, Canada and Mexico.

Ghareeb, who is in a free-agent window with Al-Nassr, is attracting interest from the federation and another Riyadh club as teams explore a possible move.

The player wants more minutes with the reigning leaders or to depart if that's not possible.

Al-Nassr, currently atop the Saudi Pro League, could risk losing a talented forward if minutes don't improve.

Fans will monitor the saga.

World Cup ambitions

Stay tuned for updates.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Why is Ghareeb unhappy with his role?

He wants more minutes as competition in his position has increased.

Which signings affected his playing time?

Kingsley Coman and Joao Felix joined Al-Nassr last summer, reducing Ghareeb's game time.

What are Ghareeb's plans?

He aims for more minutes this season or a move elsewhere, and to be in contention for Saudi's World Cup squad.