Al-Hilal has filed a formal complaint against player Abdullah Al-Hamdan, who recently joined Al-Nassr, alleging that he unlawfully terminated his contract with them.
The legal conflict between Saudi football clubs Al-Hilal and Al-Nassr has intensified with Al-Hilal formally filing a complaint against striker Abdullah Al-Hamdan. The club accuses Al-Hamdan of unilaterally ending his contract without valid reasons prior to the set termination date of February 6. This complaint was submitted to the Saudi Arabian Football Federation, with Al-Hilal describing the player's actions as a blatant violation of regulations and an obvious circumvention of contractual obligations.
According to reports from local sources, Al-Hamdan informed Al-Hilal of his decision to dissolve his contract via an email just hours before the winter transfer window closed. This timing has drawn significant scrutiny, as it raises questions about the legality of his contract termination and whether it was based on legitimate grounds. Al-Hilal's management is asserting that this act puts them at a disadvantage in competitive terms, as they were not given adequate notice that would allow them to manage their roster accordingly.
In a rapid subsequent turn of events, Al-Nassr announced the signing of the 26-year-old forward in a free transfer deal for a period of four and a half years. Al-Hamdan has already commenced training with his new team, which adds to the complexities of the situation, highlighting the tensions within the league regarding player transfers and contracts. The outcome of this legal dispute could set significant precedents for contract management in Saudi football.
