The transfer of French star Theo Hernandez to Saudi Al-Hilal is becoming a matter of time, as negotiations between Al-Hilal and Milan have reached their final stage after the Saudi team was eliminated from the FIFA Club World Cup against Brazilian Fluminense.

Al-Hilal had agreed with Milan's management to postpone the finalization of the deal until the end of the tournament, to avoid any confusion within the group during the competitions. With Al-Hilal's journey in the tournament coming to an end, the Saudi club is planning to return to the negotiating table quickly to finalize the contract according to the vision of coach Simone Inzaghi, who has prioritized signing Theo since he took over the coaching role.

According to reports, Al-Hilal offered the player a contract with an annual salary of 20 million euros, an offer that found its way to Hernandez's approval after his negotiations with Atletico Madrid failed. The personal agreement between the player and Al-Hilal is almost settled, while only a final agreement with Milan regarding the transfer fee remains.

The current offer from Al-Hilal includes 20 million euros fixed and 5 million in incentives and bonuses, while Milan insists on receiving 25 million euros in one payment without any variables related to bonuses. Sources indicate that the financial gap is very small and is likely to be bridged in a few days.

Meanwhile, Theo has been granted an additional leave and will not be present at Milan's preparatory gathering next Monday, in another step confirming his impending departure. The list of absentees also includes Ismael Bennacer and Yacine Adli, who are also waiting to determine their next destinations.

Notably, his teammate Rafael Leao expressed his sadness at the possibility of his departure, writing to him on Instagram: "Always with you, I won't leave you."

As the deal approaches the finish line, only official confirmation remains unless there is a sudden change from Al-Hilal's management in the coming hours.