Close sources revealed that the delay in renewing Salem Al-Dosari's contract was due to the incomplete first payment of the contract value, despite the preliminary agreement on its financial terms and the duration of the joining.

Al-Hilal managed to secure Al-Dosari's signature for two seasons, with an annual salary estimated at 30 million riyals, making him the highest-paid among Saudi players, excluding performance bonuses linked to winning championships.

Despite receiving tempting offers from local clubs, Al-Dosari avoided entering direct negotiations and was keen on completing the deal with his mother club.

This current season has seen a clear brilliance from Al-Dosari, as he participated in 46 matches across various competitions, scoring 26 goals and assisting 17 others, which has enhanced his market value locally.

Renewing Al-Dosari's contract is considered a strategic step for Al-Hilal, which seeks to retain its local stars to enhance its chances in upcoming competitions.