Lazio Star Decides Future After Saudi League Offers

Moroccan midfielder Reza Belhajian, currently with Lazio in Italy, has made his decision regarding a potential move to the Saudi Pro League, rejecting the offers presented to him in favor of continuing his career in European football.

The 22-year-old player has received several Saudi offers during the current summer transfer window, including two official bids from Al-Ittihad and Al-Ettifaq.

Transfer market journalist Akram Konor has revealed that Belhyan has informed the relevant parties of his unwillingness to move to the Saudi league at this time.

The Moroccan midfielder is committed to continuing his European experience, prioritizing the development of his skills and proving his abilities in European competitions in the upcoming period.

Lazio is at the top of Belhyan's options, as the player seeks a greater opportunity within the Italian team, aiming to secure a starting spot in the coach's plans.

Meanwhile, Lazio's management is looking into the possibility of loaning the player during the summer transfer window, aiming to provide him with more playing time and gain additional experience before potentially bringing him back in the future.

Belhyan donned the Lazio jersey for the first time in February 2025, having transferred to the Italian club from Hellas Verona, marking the beginning of a new phase in his professional career.

This decision delivers a significant blow to the attempts of both Ittihad and Al-Ettifaq, as the Moroccan player has chosen to delay the idea of moving to the Roshen League and continue his career in Europe for the time being.