Al-Ahli Saudi Club announced today the extension of the contract of Turkish international Merih Demiral, which was originally set to expire next June, keeping him with the team until 2029. This move reflects the confidence of the management and coaching staff in the player's defensive abilities.

Demiral has been one of the key pillars in Al-Ahli's lineup since joining from Atalanta in Italy in the summer of 2023, where he proved his worth and became a favorite among both the coaching staff and the fans.

The club posted on its official account on the "X" platform an announcement of the contract extension under the headline: "Did you hear the news?.. Demiral will continue with Al Ahly until 2029," receiving widespread interaction from the club's fans on social media.

So far, Merih Demiral has participated in 16 matches this season across all competitions, scoring one goal. Since joining Al Ahly, he has played a total of 81 matches, during which he has scored 3 goals and provided 4 assists, highlighting his significant role in the team's lineup.