Aouar on the verge of a move to La Liga

Spanish club Real Betis has reached an agreement with Saudi club Al-Ittihad to sign Algerian international Houssem Aouar during the summer transfer window, with an official announcement expected soon. According to Al-Riyadiyah newspaper, Al-Ittihad's management has agreed to sell Aouar's contract for around five million euros, following a complete understanding between the two clubs. The swift conclusion of negotiations was driven by the player's desire to return to European football, as he expressed his eagerness to embark on a new experience in La Liga next season. Houssem Aouar hopes to regain his form and make a strong return to the Algerian national team’s plans after a decline in his international appearances during the 2022 World Cup. Both Real Betis and Al-Ittihad's management are currently working to finalize the administrative procedures and official documents, paving the way for the player's definitive transfer announcement in the near future. Aouar's departure, if the deal is completed, would represent a technical loss for Al-Ittihad, as the Saudi club is looking to move quickly to sign a replacement capable of compensating for the absence of the Algerian star ahead of the new season.