The Saudi nightmare continues for Youssef En-Nesyri

Uncertainty hangs over the future of the Moroccan international within the Saudi club. According to sources cited by Okaz, the management of Al-Ittihad would consider selling the contract of its striker as early as next summer. Arrived in January 2026 during the winter transfer window, En-Nesyri is facing an internal desire to recruit a "high-caliber" replacement to lead the attack during the 2026-2027 season.

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This strategic turnaround comes as the player is currently unavailable following an injury sustained against Al-Hazem. Recruited from Fenerbahçe to replace the departure of Karim Benzema, the Atlas Lion had nevertheless committed until 2028. However, the club now seems to favor a profile offering greater "technical coherence and durability" for the seasons to come.

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Faced with this situation, coach Sérgio Conceição must compose without his striker for the clash against Neom. The Portuguese technician is looking for a tactical balance to keep Al-Ittihad’s campaign on the right track as the management is already preparing a summer reshuffle.