Who are the eight new coaches in the Saudi League?

The Saudi Pro League is witnessing significant coaching changes ahead of the 2026-2027 season, as several clubs have decided to appoint new managers to lead their sporting projects.

In this report, we highlight the eight coaches who have joined the Roshan League according to the official Saudi league website.

Ange Postecoglou is reportedly a target for Al Nassr as the club looks to strengthen its managerial position.

Al Nassr has appointed Australian Ange Postecoglou as the head coach of the first team, in one of the most notable coaching signings of the summer of 2026, succeeding Portuguese Jorge Jesus, who led the team to win the Roshan League title last season. Postecoglou is tasked with maintaining the league title and continuing to compete in all tournaments, drawing on his previous experiences with Celtic and Tottenham Hotspur, along with his attacking philosophy.

Vissinck has officially signed with Al-Ittihad.

Al-Ittihad has appointed German coach Jens Wissing to lead the team during the 2026-2027 season, after he caught attention by guiding Gamba Osaka to the AFC Champions League title. Wissing, 38, hails from the "Red Bull" coaching school, in a journey reminiscent of his compatriot Matthias Jaissle, coach of Al-Ahli, reflecting the trend of Saudi clubs towards young German coaches.

Al-Shabab has officially announced the signing of Thomas Leitch. The talented player is expected to make a significant impact in the upcoming season.

Al-Shabab has entrusted the coaching role to German Thomas Leitch, making him the fifth manager to lead the team in the last two years, in an effort to restore technical stability within the club. Leitch has extensive experience in both the German and Austrian leagues, and he previously worked within the "Red Bull" system. He is familiar with the Saudi atmosphere after facing Al-Hilal with Red Bull Salzburg in the FIFA Club World Cup.

Bruno Lage has officially taken the helm at Al-Dhahriah.

Al-Dhariyah, newly promoted to the Saudi Pro League, has launched its new project by signing Portuguese coach Bruno Lage, a move that underscores the club's ambitions for a strong season in its first appearance among the elite. Lage boasts an impressive record after leading Benfica during two different stints, along with his experience in the Premier League with Wolverhampton. The Portuguese coach aims to guide Al-Dhariyah to a strong start in the Saudi Pro League, leveraging his European experience and ability to build competitive teams.

5- Arthur Papas – Al-Ettifaq

Australian Arthur Papas has returned to Al-Ettifaq, but this time as the head coach of the first team, after previously serving as an assistant to Dutchman Elko Schatouri several years ago. Papas arrived in the Saudi league following a successful stint in Japan with Cerezo Osaka, where he caught attention with his tactical style and ability to develop players. Al-Ettifaq aims to continue the project initiated in previous seasons, relying on Papas' attacking ideas and Asian experience to achieve positive results.

Fabio Carille has officially taken over as the head coach of Al-Fayha. The club is looking to improve its performance in the league under his guidance.

Kareli has significant experience in Saudi football, having previously managed Al-Wehda, Al-Ittihad, and Damac. He also led Al-Ittihad to finish the league in second and third place during his tenure. Al-Faihah hopes to benefit from the Brazilian coach's expertise to bring the team back into contention for top positions after many years of work in Saudi stadiums.

Jose Gomes has officially joined Al Khaleej, marking a new chapter in his managerial career.

Portuguese coach José Gomes has returned to the Saudi Pro League with Al-Khaleej, leveraging his extensive experience in the competition after previously managing Al-Taawoun, Al-Ahli, and Al-Fateh. Gomes successfully saved Al-Fateh from relegation during the 2024-2025 season, before guiding them to a relatively high finish in the following season, solidifying his reputation as one of the most knowledgeable coaches about the nature of the Saudi league.

Zarko Lazetic has joined Al-Taawoun, marking a significant addition to the squad as they aim for success in the upcoming season.

Al-Taawoun has appointed Serbian coach Zarko Lazetic to succeed Brazilian Brekilis Shamuska, who enjoyed significant success during his two stints at the club. Lazetic faces a challenging task as he will lead Al-Taawoun in the Roshan Saudi League and the AFC Champions League 2, with fans eager to see continued positive results. The Serbian coach hopes to make his mark quickly, leveraging the current squad and maintaining Al-Taawoun's presence among the top teams in Saudi football.