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Winter Window Standoff: Will Al-Ahli Break Through for Khalid Al-Ghnam?

14 December 2025

Winter Window Standoff: Will Al-Ahli Break Through for Khalid Al-Ghnam?
Khalid Al-Ghnam under transfer spotlight amid Al-Ahli vs Ettifaq chatter.

Transfer Update

Can Al-Ahli seal the deal for Al-Ghnam?

Al-Ettifaq has blocked Al-Ahli Jeddah's path to signing Khalid Al-Ghnam in the upcoming winter transfer window.

The Saudi newspaper Al-Yawm reported that Al-Ahli had shown interest in signing Khalid Al-Ghnam from Ettifaq during the upcoming winter mercato, but Ettifaq's officials rejected the offer outright.

The Ettifaq administration stood firm on keeping Khalid Al-Ghnam after the impressive level he has shown under coach Saad Al-Shehri this season.

The source said Ettifaq won't part with Khalid Al-Ghnam, whether to Al-Ahli or any other team in the Roshen Pro League, as the player has unique skills.

Khalid Al-Ghnam, 25, has featured in 10 matches this season for Ettifaq, scoring 4 goals and delivering two decisive assists.

Ettifaq sits ninth in the Saudi Pro League table with 12 points from 3 wins and 3 draws.

Sports fans wait to see if a surprise unfolds.

Punchline 1: Drama sells.

Punchline 2: Winter drama.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Did Al-Ahli sign Khalid Al-Ghnam?

Not yet; Ettifaq has rejected the offer and remains reluctant to part with the player.

How has Al-Ghnam performed this season?

He has appeared 10 times, scoring 4 goals and providing 2 assists.

Which league is involved?

The Roshen Pro League (Saudi Pro League).