Abha Club, recently promoted to the Saudi Roshn Professional League, announced the signing of French goalkeeper Donovan Leon on a free transfer, without revealing contract details, to bolster the first team during the summer transfer window.

The club published on its official account on platform (X) photos from the contract signing ceremony, commenting: 'The management of Abha Sports Club signed French goalkeeper Donovan Leon to represent the first team on a free transfer.'

This signing comes as part of the intensive moves by the club's management to strengthen key positions, as goalkeeping is a top priority for the technical staff aiming to achieve positive results in the upcoming season.

Leon has a rich professional record, having spent his career in French stadiums with Auxerre, where he participated in 252 matches in various competitions before joining Abha.