Al-Ettifaq's efforts to sign new players have stumbled due to the lack of a financial certificate, according to an official source told Asharq Al-Awsat. The administration is working to provide this certificate to strengthen the squad led by coach Arthur Papas. Among the most prominent names nominated for joining are Moroccan Mohamed Harimat (Royal Army) and Swedish Jordan Larsson (Copenhagen). The source indicated that obtaining the certificate may take one to two weeks, which would allow completing the two deals and registering Kosovar Bersant Celina, who signed last month for three seasons. The source denied rumors about abandoning Harimat, confirming that negotiations continue. Al-Ettifaq is currently undergoing a preparatory camp in Spain.

The eastern club faces financial pressures requiring the financial certificate before registering new players, as it seeks to strengthen its ranks in preparation for the upcoming season.

This obstacle comes at a sensitive time, as Al-Ettifaq prepares for the new season with a camp in Spain. The certificate is expected to determine the club's ability to bolster its ranks, especially after signing Celina. Al-Ettifaq's fans are watching the administration's moves to resolve the file and complete the awaited deals.