Inzaghi's Push to Part Ways: Kaio Cesar Nears Exit from Al Hilal
12 January 2026
Kaio Cesar on the Brink of a Departure
Brazilian Kaio Cesar, a standout for Al Hilal, is one step from leaving the Saudi club.
Sporting CP is close to sealing a deal for Kaio Cesar, urged by Italian coach Simone Inzaghi.
Reports say Sporting has sent an official bid to Al Hilal to sign the Brazilian.
Al Hilal is weighing the offer to secure the best terms for a final exit.
Atlético Mineiro had also shown interest in Cesar in this winter mercato.
Cesar joined Al Hilal in January last year from Vitória de Guimarães, scoring four goals and delivering five assists in 37 games.
If the deal goes through, he will join a growing Saudi transfer wave.
Punchline: His passport might be heavier than his trophy cabinet.
Punchline 2: Inzaghi's masterplan: sign now, fly later, and hope the jet has legroom.