Winter Freeze: Al-Ittihad Pauses Signings as Foreign-born Prospects Hover
Al-Ittihad has halted winter transfer activity pending a decision on foreign-born players in the first team for next season. Reports say the club will wait for the Saudi Football Federation's final stance before signing new names. Coach Sergio Conceicao seeks to map a winter strategy around homegrown talent, with the aim of future squad flexibility. The piece also highlights Benfica's interest in Roger Fernandes and notes the ongoing ACL Elite context.