2026–27 Roshn Saudi League Transfer Watch: Every Official Deal Confirmed So Far
With less than two weeks remaining before the start of the 2026–27 Roshn Saudi League season, clubs across Saudi Arabia continue to reshape their squads through permanent transfers, loans, contract renewals and coaching changes.

The league's official transfer tracker has become the primary reference for confirmed business, offering supporters a comprehensive overview of every completed move as clubs prepare for another highly competitive campaign. As of the latest update, dozens of arrivals and departures have already been completed, with several clubs still expected to strengthen before the transfer window closes.
Al Hilal continue to refresh the squad
Al Hilal have quietly assembled another strong summer, focusing on strengthening their domestic core.
Official arrivals include Abdullah Al Enezi, Sabri Dahal, Mohammed Al Owais, Mohammed Al Sarnoukh and Nawaf Al Habshi, while several notable departures have also been confirmed.
Marcos Leonardo has completed a move to Ajax, Mohammed Al Qahtani joined Al Qadsiah, while Abdullah Radif and Ahmed Abu Rasyin are among the players leaving the club. Abdulkarim Darisi has departed on loan to Abha.
Al Ahli add international quality
Al Ahli have been among the busiest clubs in the market.
The Jeddah club officially completed the signings of Eduard Spertsyan from Krasnodar, Francisco Trincão from Sporting CP, Sedi Kinteh from Tromsø IL, Meshal Al Mutairi and Naif Masoud.
Meanwhile, experienced stars Franck Kessié and Riyad Mahrez are listed among the confirmed departures, signalling a significant squad transition ahead of the new campaign.
Al Nassr yet to announce major arrivals
Defending champions Al Nassr have remained relatively quiet compared to several of their direct rivals.
The club has yet to officially announce a first-team signing in the league's transfer tracker, although departures have already begun.
Marcelo Brozović has left the club, while striker Jhon Durán has joined Benfica on loan. Additional business is widely expected before the transfer window closes.
Al Qadsiah continue ambitious project
After an impressive campaign, Al Qadsiah continue to invest in their squad.
The club officially signed defender Souffian El Karouani from FC Utrecht together with Saudi midfielder Mohammed Al Qahtani from Al Hilal.
Further additions are expected as Al Qadsiah aim to establish themselves among the league's strongest teams.
Al Taawoun complete one of the busiest windows
Few clubs have been as active as Al Taawoun.
The club strengthened several positions by signing:
Abderrazak Hamdallah Mohammed Al Saedi Turki Al Jaadi Rakan Al Tulayhi Younes El Bahraoui Abdulrahman Hindi
At the same time, Roger Martínez, Renne Rivas and several loan players have departed, making this one of the league's biggest squad overhauls so far.
Al Khaleej make significant additions
Al Khaleej have assembled an experienced group of signings ahead of the new season.
Confirmed arrivals include:
Kiki Kouyaté Omar Mascarell Miguel Crespo Angelo Fulgini Abdullah Al Ammar Mohammed Al Brahim Nawaf Al Saadi
Several experienced foreign players have also left the club, including Konstantinos Fortounis, Dimitrios Kourbelis and Bart Schenkeveld, while Georgios Masouras and Paolo Fernandes returned following loan spells.
Al Shabab reshape the squad
Al Shabab continue their rebuilding process.
The latest official additions include:
Daniel Podence Awad Al Nashri Ali Al Asmari Tin Jedvaj
Outgoing transfers include Abderrazak Hamdallah, Heorhiy Bushchan and Nawaf Al Saadi, while several loan deals have also been completed.
Al Ittihad keep changes limited
Al Ittihad have taken a more conservative approach.
So far the club has officially signed Rakan Kaabi, while Ricardo Caraballo, Awad Al Nashri and Abdulaziz Al Bishi are among the confirmed departures.
Al Ettifaq begin rebuilding
Al Ettifaq have officially welcomed goalkeeper Ahmed Al Ruhaili back from loan while confirming the departures of Ahmed Hassan, Georginio Wijnaldum and Francisco Calvo.
The club is expected to remain active throughout the remainder of the transfer window.
NEOM strengthen ahead of debut campaign
Newly promoted NEOM continue preparing for their first Roshn Saudi League season.
The headline signing remains defender Malang Sarr, while several experienced players including Ahmed Hegazi, Salman Al Faraj and Abdoulaye Doucouré have departed.
The club has also completed multiple loan movements involving domestic players.
Promoted clubs reinforce their squads
Abha have strengthened extensively by bringing in Abdou Diallo, Donovan Léon, Safwan Al Johani, Mohammed Dakhil Allah, Mustafa Malayka, Abdulkarim Darisi, Majed Dawran and Faisal Al Sibyani.
Al Faisaly have also enjoyed an active summer, officially adding Alexandre Mendy, Christian Bassogog, Jaime Seoane, Andrei Girotto, Ahmed Abdu and several Saudi players.
Diriyah Club have completed notable signings including Nikola Vasilj, Amin Bukhari and Qassem Lajami as they continue building a competitive squad.
Other clubs remain active
Elsewhere across the league:
Al Fayha signed Hugo Moura and Abdullah Al Qahtani. Al Fateh welcomed Matheus Machado back following his loan spell. Al Kholood strengthened with Seydouba Cissé, Coba da Costa, Mohammed Al Rashidi and Hamed Al Shanqiti. Al Riyadh have yet to announce a new first-team signing through the official tracker but have confirmed several departures. Al Hazem continue to reshape the squad following promotion, with multiple outgoing transfers already completed. Plenty more business expected
Although dozens of official transfers have already been completed, the market remains open and clubs are expected to remain active until deadline day.
Several leading clubs are still pursuing additional reinforcements, particularly in attacking positions, while promoted teams continue searching for experience to improve their chances of survival.
With the 2026–27 Roshn Saudi League season beginning on 13 August, every official signing could prove decisive in one of the league's most competitive campaigns to date. The official transfer tracker will continue to be updated as new deals are completed and announced by the clubs.
Fares Al-Harbi
Senior Transfer CorrespondentFares specializes in transfer news and player movements involving Saudi clubs. With a network of sources across European and Middle Eastern clubs, he has broken some of the biggest transfer stories in the SPL. Fares holds a degree in Sports Journalism and previously covered the transfer market for a regional sports network.
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