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Sheikh's offer! Brozovic before moving to Al Hilal – mega deal in sight?
Al-Hilal makes a record offer for Marcelo Brozovic, who has to decide: does he stay or does he move to Saudi Arabia?
Sheikh's offer! Brozovic before moving to Al Hilal – mega deal in sight?
The transfer rumors surrounding Croatian midfielder Marcelo Brozovic are currently causing a lot of excitement in the football world. Loud Cosmo Saudi club Al Hilal is vying for the player, whose current salary at Al-Nassr could be almost doubled with a significant offer. Insiders report a “once-in-a-lifetime” offer, the specific figures of which initially remain unclear. Although Brozovic has a contract with Al-Nassr until 2026, signs point to an early departure, for which the club management is willing to pay a severance payment.
In addition to Al Hilal, other clubs are also showing interest in Brozovic, including Al Shabab, which, however, offers less attractive conditions. Rumors about a return to Europe, especially to Trabzonspor in Turkey, no longer seem to be relevant at the moment. Brozovic faces a crucial decision that could have a lasting impact on his career, with a future in Saudi Arabia looking increasingly likely.
Competitive conditions in the AFC Champions League
To understand the context of the players in Saudi Arabia, it is important to look at the current situation in the Asian Champions League. Saudi Arabia has established itself as the home of several top stars. The most famous clubs include Al-Nassr, Al-Hilal and Al-Ittihad. Al-Nassr recently qualified for the Asian Champions League after beating Shabab Al-Ahli 4-2, it was reported ran.
In the Asian Champions League, certain rules apply that limit the number of foreign players in the matchday squad. Only 23 of 35 registered players may be selected per match day, with a maximum of six foreigners being allowed to be in the squad. What's interesting is that one of these foreigners must be a player from Asia. This has led to Al-Nassr signing six new non-Asian players, including Marcelo Brozovic, as well as stars such as Sadio Mane and Aymeric Laporte.
Future changes and competition
From the 2024/25 season, the rule on the number of foreign players in the Asian Champions League will be abolished. The first matchday of the group stage of the new Champions League season is scheduled for September 18th to 20th. The AFC Champions League Elite, which will be held from next season, takes place between the strongest associations in the Asian Football Confederation (AFC) and could create new dynamics in Asian football.
Champions League records show that al-Hilal are considered the record winners with four titles while the current 2025/26 season is underway. It remains to be seen how Saudi clubs will plan their future squads, especially given the new regulations and large financial resources.
Marcelo Brozovic is at a crucial turning point in his career and offers from Al Hilal and other clubs could take him in a new direction. Developments surrounding his potential move will be closely followed as the Asian Champions League enters a new phase.