The crisis involving Brazilian Renan Lodi and Al-Hilal has entered a new phase, as informed sources confirm that the club's legal position appears to be very strong, while the player faces a complicated situation after requesting to terminate his contract.

The details of the crisis stem from Lodi's exclusion from Al-Hilal's local roster, prompting him to submit a request to end his contract, which could threaten his football future, especially with the player registration period for Saudi competitions closing on September 23.

Hisham Al-Kathiri, the communications director at Al-Hilal, clarified that the management received an official letter from the player's legal representative after he returned to his country, confirming the termination of the existing contract, emphasizing that the club will not waive its rights.

Al-Kathiri added that Al-Hilal's management will resort to all available legal measures to protect the club, while committing to keeping the fans informed of all developments, reinforcing the principle of transparency that the management prioritizes.

In contrast, Lodi published an extensive statement via his official Instagram account, expressing his frustration with his current situation, confirming that he joined Al-Hilal in 2024 on a long-term contract and won four titles in a short period.

The player indicated that he was surprised after the external preparation by not being registered in the Saudi league roster, with his participation limited to the AFC Champions League, which led him to think about his future and seek more playing minutes.

Lodi confirmed that he attempted to reach an amicable solution with the management without success, which forced him to seek legal counsel, indicating that he feels deprived of practicing his profession, while expressing gratitude to Al-Hilal fans and his teammates for their continued support.

With this development, the case seems to be heading towards a complex legal path, amidst Al-Hilal's insistence on its contractual rights and Lodi's determination to seek a greater opportunity to play football without restrictions.