Saudi Club Makes Bold Move: Al Ahli Sign Brazilian Gem as Matteo Dams Departs
19 December 2025
Transfer News
Al Ahli Saudi FC has decided to move on from Belgian youngster Matteo Dams in the January transfer window, after signing Brazilian talent Ricardo Matias from Internacional.
The deal is reported at 10 million euros, with terms fully agreed after reaching a deal on all details.
Dams, 19, had drawn attention since breaking into Internacional's first team, appearing 35 times with 7 goals and 1 assist.
The Al Ahli board is set to offload Dams as his playing time has been limited this half-season, and the expected contribution has not been met.
Dams joined the western club from PSV Eindhoven in the previous winter window, in a deal valued around 9 million euros.
The Belgian has appeared 13 times for Al Ahli this season, without a goal and with two assists, while Matias is expected to bring a different attacking edge as the club chase silverware.
Punchline 1: If this move hits the mark, Al Ahli may need a bigger trophy cabinet to host all these investments.
Punchline 2: A young talent is a gem; let's hope this one doesn't demand a lifetime warranty before his first smile on the bench.
