Saudi Pro League
Top-tier Saudi football league.
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Al Hilal pursue £60m Martinelli transfer as Arsenal prepare to cash in on winger
Arsenal are in talks with Saudi Pro League side Al Hilal over a £60 million sale of Gabriel Martinelli, with the 25-year-old winger receptive to the move after falling out of favour under Mikel Arteta.
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Ronaldo marks World Cup return with 977th career goal for Al-Nassr as substitute
Cristiano Ronaldo scored his 977th career goal just 22 minutes after coming on as a substitute in Al-Nassr's Saudi Pro League opener, his first appearance since the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
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Benzema dismisses departure rumors and confirms his future at Al-Hilal
Despite speculation about contract termination and alleged tensions with coach Simone Inzaghi, Karim Benzema stated Thursday evening that he would remain at Al-Hilal, where he is contracted until June 2027.
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Freed by Monaco after 115 minutes, Pogba chooses between MLS and Saudi Arabia
Mutually released from his AS Monaco contract after just 115 minutes of play across six matches, Paul Pogba is studying offers from MLS and Saudi Pro League, according to Fabrizio Romano. His decision is expected in the coming days.
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Benzema at odds with Inzaghi at Al-Hilal, €123M termination blocks everything
Relations between Karim Benzema and Al-Hilal manager Simone Inzaghi have deteriorated sharply, prompting thoughts of departure. However, the French striker refuses to leave without full contract termination worth an estimated €123 million.
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Reijnders departs Man City for Al-Qadsiah in £52m deal after one frustrating season
Tijjani Reijnders has left Manchester City for Saudi Pro League side Al-Qadsiah in a £52million transfer, just one year after arriving from AC Milan for £47m. The Dutch midfielder made 47 appearances last season but struggled for consistent starts under Pep Guardiola.
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Reijnders departs Manchester City for Saudi Arabia after just one season at the Etihad
Manchester City have sold Tijjani Reijnders to Saudi Pro League side Al Qadsiah for around £51 million, just one year after signing the Dutch midfielder from AC Milan for £46.5 million.
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Aston Villa reject third Al-Hilal bid for Ollie Watkins as £38m offer rebuffed
Aston Villa have turned down a £38million offer from Saudi club Al-Hilal for striker Ollie Watkins, the third bid rejected this summer, with personal terms between the player and the Saudi side reportedly already agreed.
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Kane open to Saudi move as Al Hilal hold talks with England captain's representatives
Harry Kane's representatives have held talks with Al Hilal over a potential transfer, with the Bayern Munich striker said to be open to moving to Saudi Arabia. The 33-year-old enters the final year of his contract at the Allianz Arena.
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Al-Hilal close in on Casadó as Barcelona hold firm at €40m to fund Rodri pursuit
Al-Hilal have renewed contact over Barcelona midfielder Marc Casadó, with personal terms advancing and the Spanish club valuing the 22-year-old at up to €40 million as they look to raise funds for a move for Manchester City's Rodri.
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Ronaldo hints 2026-27 season will be his last after 25 years in football
Cristiano Ronaldo has told Vogue that the upcoming 2026-27 campaign is likely his final season as a professional, saying he has his future "all mapped out" and wants to leave "a spectacular legacy".
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Ronaldo announces retirement for 2027 and targets 1,000 career goals
In an interview with Vogue, Cristiano Ronaldo indicated that the 2026-2027 season would be his last as a professional footballer. At 41 years old with 976 goals to his name, the Portuguese player wants to depart on one final record.
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Ollie Watkins agrees personal terms with Al Hilal as Aston Villa face striker exit
Ollie Watkins has agreed personal terms with Saudi Pro League side Al Hilal, according to reports, potentially leaving Aston Villa without their top scorer from each of the last six seasons.
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Reijnders set to leave Man City for Saudi Arabia just 14 months after £46.5m arrival
Manchester City midfielder Tijjani Reijnders is reportedly on the verge of a £52m move to Saudi Pro League side Al-Qadsiah, managed by former Liverpool and Celtic boss Brendan Rodgers, after a difficult debut season at the Etihad.
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Al Hilal agreement ends Manchester City's pursuit of Chelsea winger Pedro Neto
Manchester City have abandoned their interest in Chelsea winger Pedro Neto after Al Hilal agreed personal and club-to-club terms with the Blues for the 26-year-old Portuguese international.
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Ronaldo hints current season at Al-Nassr will be his last in football
Cristiano Ronaldo has suggested the 2025-26 campaign will be his final season, telling Vogue he wants to 'leave a spectacular legacy' after 950 career goals and a record sixth World Cup appearance this summer.
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Sporting Kansas City enter Salah race as Saudi Arabia talks stall after Egypt exit
MLS side Sporting Kansas City have emerged as surprise suitors for free agent Mo Salah after Saudi Arabia negotiations hit a wall. The 34-year-old left Liverpool this summer and was focused on Egypt's World Cup campaign until their 3-2 defeat to Argentina on Tuesday.
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Schmeichel warns Ronaldo facing 'really difficult' reality after Portugal's World Cup exit
Kasper Schmeichel says Cristiano Ronaldo will struggle to accept the end of his international career after Portugal were eliminated by Spain in the 2026 World Cup round of 16. The 41-year-old hinted this was his final World Cup but has not committed to full retirement.
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Roma and Juventus explore free transfer swoop for Salah as Saudi interest persists
Mohamed Salah, now a free agent after leaving Liverpool, has attracted interest from his former club Roma and Juventus, though Saudi Pro League sides Al-Ittihad and Al-Hilal remain in contention. The 34-year-old says he will decide his future after Egypt's World Cup campaign.
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Ronaldo confirms World Cup farewell after Portugal's last-16 exit to Spain
Cristiano Ronaldo has confirmed the 2026 World Cup was his last after Portugal were eliminated 1-0 by Spain in the round of 16. The 41-year-old, visibly emotional at full time, said he leaves international football's biggest stage with a clear conscience.
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