Midfielder star Mohammed Qassem announced his official departure from Al-Najaf Club after the expiration of his contract with the team. The player wrote an emotional farewell message expressing his deep gratitude to the club, its fans, and everyone who supported him during his time there.

Qassem said in a farewell post on his social media accounts:

"Thank you to the dear city of Najaf, to its management, to its fans, to the players, and to all the technical, medical, and administrative staff. It was a special period in my career, and I will always carry its memories with me."

Mohammed Qassem is considered one of the prominent names in the team during the past season, as he presented remarkable performances that caught the attention of several popular clubs seeking to sign him during the summer transfer market, amid increasing talk about a potential destination that may match his aspirations and ambitions to compete for titles.

Qassem's departure is considered a significant technical loss for Al-Najaf team, which is preparing to reorganize its plans, while eyes remain on the player's next step, amid interest from major clubs in the Iraqi Premier League.