The Saudi Al -Ittihad club announced through its official account to loan its Spanish player Unai Hernandez to the youth ranks for one season, during the summer transfer market 2025, before the closure of the Mercato door.
Details of the transmission deal, Unai Hernandez
Al -Ittihad included the young player during the last winter Mercato from Barcelona, with a contract that extends for three seasons with the option to extend for two additional seasons. Nevertheless, the club management decided to loan it this summer to the youth to gain more experience and participate regularly.
Why did the Union dispense with Unai Hernandez?
The Federation’s decision came after the Dombia player registered in the birth category, which prompted the administration to give the green light to the departure of Hernandez on the loan system until the end of the season, especially with the desire of young people to contract him since the beginning of the summer transfer period.
Young gains from the deal
Hernandez’s accession to youth is an important addition in the midfield, as the player has high technical capabilities he gained from his experience with Barcelona, and the club is expected to give him a greater opportunity to highlight his talent in the Saudi Professional League.
Does Hernandez return to the federation after loan?
The loan extends for only one season, which leaves the door open to his return to Al -Ittihad after the end of the current season, or studying new offers based on its level with the youth during the loan period.