Introduction

Al Ittihad FC has officially announced the signing of striker Saleh Al-Shehri in a free transfer from Al Hilal.

The club revealed this exciting news through a video on their official social media accounts, highlighting

Al-Shehri’s arrival with the phrase, “A new tiger has arrived.”

Transfer Details

While the specific terms of the deal were not disclosed, sources indicate that

Al Ittihad has secured Al-Shehri’s services for three seasons, with a contract valued at approximately 16 million SAR.

This strategic move comes after Al Hilal announced the end of their relationship with Al-Shehri on July 8th, after a five-year tenure with the club.

Player’s Journey

Saleh Al-Shehri, 30, began his professional career with Al Ahli in 2012.

He later had a stint with Portugal’s Beira-Mar on loan, before returning to Saudi Arabia to play for Al Raed.

Al-Shehri’s performance at Al Raed caught the attention of Al Hilal, where he transferred in

August 2019. During his time with Al Hilal, he played 139 matches, scoring 24 goals and providing six assists, according to

Transfermarkt statistics. His contributions were pivotal in Al Hilal’s success, including winning

the 2021 AFC Champions League and competing in the FIFA Club World Cup.

International Achievements

On the international stage, Al-Shehri has been a valuable player for

the Saudi national team, earning 33 caps and scoring 13 goals. Notably, he scored against

Argentina in the 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar.

His international debut was a friendly match against Jamaica on November 14, 2020.

Looking Ahead

Al-Shehri is set to join Al Ittihad’s training camp in Spain, which started on

Thursday, as the team prepares for the upcoming season.

Al Ittihad’s management aims to bolster their squad with top talents, including targeting two other prominent

Saudi national team forwards from the central region.

Conclusion

Saleh Al-Shehri’s move to Al Ittihad marks a significant addition to the club’s attacking lineup.

Fans eagerly await his contributions as Al Ittihad gears up for a competitive season ahead.