Ben Harburg, the owner of Al-Khulood Club, revealed that his management entered into serious negotiations to acquire three of Al-Hilal's most prominent local players, namely Ali Al-Bulaihi, Mohammed Al-Qahtani, and Abdullah Al-Hamdan, during the past period.

Harburg explained that his club was seeking to strengthen its squad with influential Saudi elements possessing high experience and technical quality, considering that the Al-Hilal trio represents a significant addition to any team aspiring to compete for championships.

However, Al-Hilal's management rejected all the offers presented and showed a clear commitment to the three players, indicating their strong belief in their role in the current sports project of the club.

Al-Hilal officials believe that Al-Bulaihi, Al-Qahtani, and Al-Hamdan form a crucial pillar alongside foreign stars, especially with the need for a strong local balance that enhances the coach's tactical options in various tournaments.

This position also reflects Al-Hilal's desire to maintain its technical stability and not weaken its lineup with influential local elements at a time when the team is facing strong challenges on both local and continental levels.

Thus, Al-Hilal sent a clear message affirming that its local players are an integral part of its sports strategy and that holding onto them is a necessary step to maintain the team's competitiveness in the upcoming phase.