Neom Competes with Ittihad for Mokhtar Ali

Neom FC has entered the race to sign Mokhtar Ali, the Al-Ettifaq midfielder, as they compete with Ittihad for the player's signature during the current summer transfer window.

Neom's management has swiftly moved to open negotiations with the 28-year-old midfielder, aiming to bolster the pivot position before the start of the new season.

The club's desire to sign Mouktar Ali is part of a strategy to strengthen the team's options, given the fierce competition with Al Ittihad for the player's services.

According to sources from 'Sport 24', negotiations between Neom and the player have made significant progress, as the deal has reached a very advanced stage.

Only a few final details remain to be agreed upon before the official procedures are completed and the announcement of Mokhtar Ali's transfer to his new club is made.

The player has a diverse experience, having graduated from Chelsea's academy before embarking on a professional stint with Vitesse in the Netherlands.

Mokhtar Ali has played for Al-Fateh and Al-Tai before transferring to Al-Ettifaq at the beginning of 2025, continuing his journey in Saudi football.

Neom and Ittihad fans are eagerly anticipating the coming hours to find out which club will succeed in securing the midfielder's contract, as the deal is close to being finalized.