The Portuguese coach Jorge Jesus, of Al-Nassr, decided to keep the young defender Salem Al-Najdi within the team, refusing his departure during the current winter transfer window.

Jesus held a meeting with Al-Najdi on Saturday to discuss his future in the team and the importance of his staying on the roster for the remaining competitions this season, expressing confidence in his abilities.

This decision came after Najdi received offers from Al-Ittihad and Al-Ahli, who showed great interest in signing him to strengthen their squads, but Jesus's insistence closed the door on any potential transfer.

Najdi is 23 years old and has participated with Al-Nassr this season in 9 matches across various competitions, showcasing his defensive capabilities within the team's lineup.

The decision is considered a confirmation of Al-Nassr's desire to retain its young players with future potential, especially in the defense position, which requires technical stability in the upcoming period.

By retaining Al-Najdi, the team aims to strengthen its defensive power before the decisive matches, ensuring an improvement in Al-Nasr's ranking in the Saudi Professional League.