Saudi clubs have officially begun finalizing local signings, putting the file of foreign professionals on hold and temporarily postponing it until after the curtain falls on the current 2026 World Cup competitions.

This strategic approach aligns with the focus of technical staff on strengthening the bench and filling gaps with available national elements in the market, given that most major global names and club officials are occupied with the World Cup event, and the difficulty of finalizing any major foreign deal before the full technical and financial vision becomes clear after the tournament.

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The local transfer market witnessed rapid activity through several prominent deals concluded by Roshn Professional League clubs; Al-Ittihad Club officially completed its signing of young Al-Fayha midfielder Rakan Kaabi on a free transfer lasting until 2030, to strengthen the midfield depth with young and promising talents. Meanwhile, Al-Hilal Club reinforced its ranks by signing Al-Fateh midfielder Abdullah Al-Anazi on a five-year contract, as well as finalizing the deal for rising talent Sabri Dahl on a long-term contract to bolster the team's attacking flanks, in addition to talk of transfers for a number of local players to some clubs and contract renewals for some.