The Saudi Al -Fateh Club decided the transfer of its right back, Ahmed Al -Jalaidan, to the Jeddah Union during the summer transfer period, while the dean’s administration is close to announcing the extension of the contract of the French star Karim Benzema for an additional season.
Details of the transfer of Ahmed Al -Jalidan to the Jeddah Union
The Saudi newspaper “Today” confirmed that the Al -Fateh administration agreed to sell Ahmed Al -Jalaidan, who is 21 years old, to the Jeddah Union, provided that the player accompanies his new team to Hong Kong to participate in the Saudi Super Cup 2025. Al -Jalidan scored two goals last season in the Al -Fateh shirt, which made him one of his most prominent defensive elements.
What is the Jeddah Union program in the Saudi Super Cup 2025?
Al -Ittihad begins its career in the championship by facing victory in the semi -finals on August 20, to meet in the event of qualifying for the winner of the confrontation of Al -Ahly Jeddah and Qadisiyah, and the final match will be held on the 23rd of the same month.
Benzema on the threshold of renewal with the union
The Saudi newspaper “Al -Riyadiah” revealed that Karim Benzema, the leader of the Jeddah Union, is close to extending his contract, which ends in the mid -2026, where he will enter the free period next January. The outline of renewal was agreed, while waiting for the official announcement after the formation of the new board of directors.
Is Benzema renewal related to the survival of Anmar Al -Haili?
The sources pointed out that Benzema prefers Anmar Al -Haili as president of the club, and he expressed his support for him through a tweet on the “X” platform. Since joining in the summer of 2023, Benzema scored 18 goals and made 9 assists in 26 games, and contributed to crowning Al -Ittihad with the Saudi League and King’s Cup.
