Lens Defender in the Spotlight: Saud Abdulhamid Draws Newcastle and Everton into Summer Negotiations
21 February 2026
The Saudi star is drawing eyes across Europe's top leagues.
Mishal Al-Saafi, the representative for Saudi right-back Saud Abdulhamid of Lens, officially revealed negotiations between Newcastle United and Everton over a potential summer signing.
In an interview on the show 'In the Net', Al-Saafi said he was pleased with Saud's recent form and noted that he deserved attention in the market.
He added that inquiries had already arrived from Newcastle United and Everton about Saud's availability for the upcoming window, sourced from Roma, but no formal offer had been presented yet.
Saud's promoter noted that developments would be disclosed in the near term, depending on whether a deal is finalized.
This season, Saud has impressed for Lens, drawing interest from major European leagues, with previous links tying him to Aston Villa and Nottingham Forest.
Note: the video interview remains available online for fans seeking fuller context.
What Comes Next
Punchline: If Saud signs, Lens will finally invest in a bigger calendar to fit all the dates of these negotiations.
Punchline: In the transfer market, Saud's name is trending higher than a top cornerback's rating—watch this space, because the soap opera is not over yet.
