When a Locker Room Shakes: Hamdan’s Bombshell Move Could Redefine a Saudi Derby

Transfer twist in Saudi football

Saudi forward Abdullah Al-Hamdan has surprised his own club with a bold decision amid whispers of a move to arch-rivals Al-Nassr during the winter window.

Sources previously indicated that Al-Nassr had reached an agreement in principle to sign Hamdan after he declined to renew his contract with Al-Hilal, which runs through February.

The Saudi press outlet Al-Riyadiya has since reported fresh developments, with Al-Nassr officials preparing another round of talks to seal the deal in the winter mercato.

Al-Hilal had previously rebuffed the idea of selling the forward this window, especially since his deal remains active until February 6, after the transfer period closes.

The reports also suggest Hamdan could terminate his contract unilaterally if the club remains opposed to his departure to Al-Nassr in this window.

If the transfer goes through, Hamdan would sign a four-and-a-half-year contract, ending in 2030.

Hamdan has been with Al-Hilal since February 2021 but has struggled to secure a regular starting role, appearing in 145 matches and recording 13 goals with 10 assists.

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