The Saudi star Khalid Al-Ghannam has caught attention this season after the remarkable performance he has been delivering in the Al-Ettifaq jersey, as he has become one of the team's most prominent elements and a key contributor to creating and scoring goals in the Roshen Professional League.

Al-Ghannam expressed his great happiness in an exclusive interview with "Asharq Al-Awsat" regarding the levels he is currently showcasing, confirming that what he is experiencing now is the result of long work and waiting for the right opportunity to prove himself again on the green pitch.

The player clarified that the great confidence he received from his coach Saad Al-Shehri was a fundamental factor in his return to brilliance, pointing out that Al-Shehri has always provided him with support, whether in the national team or currently with Al-Ettifaq.

Regarding the speculation linking his name to transfers to major clubs like Al-Hilal and Al-Ahli during last summer, Al-Ghannam emphasized that he left those matters to his agent Mishaal Al-Saffai, confirming that his focus is entirely on delivering his best on the field.

The young star indicated that he sees his stay with Al-Ettifaq as an important step in his professional career, and that his main goal right now is to continue shining and contributing to achieving positive results that will restore the team to its natural position in the standings.

Al-Ghannam also expressed his sincere desire to return to the Saudi national team after being absent since 2022, sending a message to the coaching staff led by French coach Renard, stating: "I am here and ready whenever the national team needs me."

He concluded his remarks by affirming that his journey in major clubs like Al-Nassr, Al-Hilal, and Al-Ettifaq has shaped his character and provided him with extensive experience both on and off the field, noting that his toughest times were when he was absent from consistent participation, but he overcame them through determination and hard work.