Tensions are escalating between Al-Nassr and defender Aymeric Laporte, who wishes to terminate his contract before the end of next season, amid attempts from the club to pressure him and prevent him from playing in most competitions.

Spanish newspaper 'Marca' revealed that Al-Nassr's management is threatening not to register Laporte in the team lineup for local competitions, which intensifies the dispute between the two parties.

Laporte, a 31-year-old defender, joined the Saudi league in August 2023 on a contract that extends until June 2026, but he is seeking to return to Athletic Bilbao, the Spanish club where he began his professional career in 2012.

French outlet 'L'Équipe' reported that Al-Nassr has excluded Laporte from its roster in the league this summer, along with Otavio, but may allow him to participate only in the AFC Champions League, the second continental competition in Asia.

This move by the Saudi club is a means to pressure the player, whose exclusion may affect his chances of joining the Spanish national team in preparations for the 2026 World Cup scheduled in the United States, Canada, and Mexico.