Winter Strike Incoming: Al Hilal's Bold Bet to Satisfy the Fans
1 January 2026
Winter Transfer Drive Heats Up in Saudi Pro League
Prince Al-Waleed bin Talal, honorary member of Al Hilal, pledged to deliver the fans' wishes by signing a new striker to lead the team during the upcoming winter transfer window.
Fans of the Blue Wave launched a campaign demanding the Saudi prince sign a fresh striker in the winter mercato, using the hashtag "Al Hilal needs a striker for Al-Waleed" on X.
The prince reposted a tweet bearing the hashtag and replied with a brief message: "Al Hilal will oblige," signaling his involvement to fulfill fans' request.
This push comes amid reports that the Saudi prince has secured full ownership of Al Hilal, after taking 75% from the Public Investment Fund and 25% from the Ministry of Sports.
The side currently features at center forward Brazilian Marcus Leonardo and Uruguayan Darwin Nunez, though the latter has not hit top form since arriving from Liverpool last summer.
Nunez has scored only 5 goals in 13 games for Al Hilal, with 3 assists.
Punchline: If goals were GPS coordinates, this winter the net might finally ping.
Punchline 2: And if not, at least the press conferences will be well-lit—humor is the new tactic.
