Inzaghi Reveals Al-Bulaihi's Status and the Fate of the Foreign Trio

Simone Inzaghi, the head coach of Al Hilal, has confirmed his team's readiness to kick off their campaign in the Saudi Pro League, as they face Al Faisaly tomorrow, Friday, in the first round.

The Italian coach explained that facing Al-Faisaly will not be easy, stressing the strength of the opponent and their desire to capitalize on the start of the season to achieve a positive result, confirming that Al-Hilal aims for victory.

Inzaghi pointed out that Al Hilal will adopt an attacking style in the upcoming season, explaining that the coaching staff is working to deliver a style of football that suits the team's capabilities and the aspirations of its fans.

Al Hilal's coach discussed the delayed arrival of some players for preparations, emphasizing that this is normal due to their participation in the World Cup and will not hinder the team's readiness.

Regarding the situation of defender Ali Al-Bulaihi, Inzaghi revealed that there are other young options he wishes to test in the upcoming period, given the player's absence from the team's training.

The Italian coach confirmed the readiness of Senegalese Kalidou Koulibaly to participate, noting that the Al Hilal defender has reached a physical level that allows him to compete since the start of the season.

Regarding the right-back crisis that Al Hilal faced last season, Inzaghi explained that the management's actions during the summer transfer window helped address the existing deficiency.

The future of the trio Malcom, Darwin Núñez, and João Cancelo has generated significant interest, but Inzaghi confirmed that the transfer window is not yet closed, and all possibilities remain on the table.

The Al Hilal coach stressed that decisions regarding the Brazilian, Uruguayan, and Portuguese trio are discussed in coordination with the club's management, before finalizing their status on whether they will stay or leave.

Al Hilal starts its campaign in the Roshan League with a match against Al Faisaly, with high hopes for a strong beginning, as the team enters the new season with great ambitions under Inzaghi's guidance.