Al Hilal Plans To Sign Mohamed Salah’s Alternative

Al Hilal turned their eyes towards a new blockbuster target after Mohammad Salah signed a new two-year extension with Liverpool. The Saudi Pro League outfit is keen to add a superstar signing after the Egyptian snubbed them ahead of the Club World Cup in June.

Al Hilal will now redirect the budget initially allocated for Salah toward alternative signings, though one target remains their top priority. Salah is set to win a second Premier League title with Liverpool this weekend.

Nigerian Top Target for Al Hilal

Journalist Ben Jacobs states that the budget allocated for Salah will now be used to lure Victor Osimhen, who’s currently on loan to Galatasaray from Napoli. The 26-year-old is Al Hilal’s top priority target and is reportedly open to a move to the Saudi Pro League. The Nigerian loanee has contributed 37 goals in 35 games for the Turkish giants and has a handful of big European clubs after his signature, especially in England.

After being placed on the transfer list by Napoli following a fallout, Chelsea were close to signing the forward last summer, but the deal collapsed. Now they’re back in the race alongside Manchester United and Arsenal, and Al Hilal knows that securing his signature won’t be easy.

Preparation For The Club World Cup

Al Hilal will look to go all guns blazing and strengthen as much as possible as the Club World Cup looms closer. They’ve put all their attention on a striker now, particularly if former Fulham striker Aleksandar Mitrovic leaves the club. The journalist Jacobs says it is a big possibility. The Saudi club will look for a top replacement, and there’s none better in the market than the Nigerian.

Osimhen has been in scintillating form during his loan spell at Galatasaray, netting 31 goals across all competitions. His contributions have been instrumental in Galatasaray’s successful campaign, including a decisive performance that propelled the team to the Turkish Cup final.

Bringing in Victor Osimhen would signal serious intent from Al Hilal. They’re not just building a team but putting together a show for the world to see at the Club World Cup. Imagine Osimhen leading the line with Sergej Milinković-Savić, Malcom, João Cancelo, and Rúben Neves all feeding him. That’s the kind of eye-catching football that could light up the tournament and put the Saudi Pro League on the map, as if it’s not on it already.

Final Thoughts

Osimhen’s prolific scoring record and old-fashioned forward play style have solidified his reputation as one of Europe’s most sought-after strikers. As the summer transfer window approaches, it’s up to the 26-year-old to decide whether to stay in Europe or move to the growing Saudi Pro League. His potential move to Al Hilal will be closely watched by clubs and fans worldwide. An intriguing transfer window lies ahead.