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Saudi Pro League Steel: Al Ahli Gears Up to Seal a New Signing This January

13 January 2026

First-division arrival boosts Al Ahli.

Transfer move nears completion

The Saudi club Al Ahli is close to sealing a new deal during the current winter transfer window.

Al Ahli had signed Brazilian Ricardo Matheus, a young striker from Internacional, to bolster the attack for coach Matthias Jaissle.

Profile: Mishal Al-Mutairi

Saudi newspaper Al-Riyadhiah reported that Mishal Al-Mutairi, Abha's player, underwent a medical on Friday in preparation for signing a three-year contract.

The paper noted that Al Ahli agreed on all details of the deal with the 26-year-old, after he entered his release window in his contract.

Al Ahli is keen to buy the remaining duration of the player's contract to bring him in January.

Mutairi has played 17 matches this season for Abha, scoring 7 goals and providing 4 assists.

If transfers were dating, this one just swiped right.

And if it trips, at least my jokes stay onside.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Who is Al Ahli close to signing?

Mishal Al-Mutairi from Abha is reported to be undergoing a medical for a potential three-year contract.

Which league is this transfer associated with.

The Saudi Pro League, during the January transfer window.

Has Al Ahli signed other players recently?

Yes, the club had previously signed Brazilian Ricardo Matheus from Internacional to bolster the attack.

When could the signing be completed?

In January, with the medical already conducted and negotiations reportedly concluded.