Mohammed Al-Owais, the Saudi national team goalkeeper, signed a contract on Friday to return to Al-Hilal from Al-Ula FC, according to media sources close to the Riyadh-based club's management. The move marks his second stint with Al-Hilal after previously playing for the club between 2022 and 2025.
Rejoining the Blue Jersey
Al-Owais, who was one of Al-Hilal's most prominent goalkeepers before moving to Al-Ula FC last season, will now defend the club's goal once again. The transfer is part of Al-Hilal's strategy to rely on a Saudi goalkeeper with extensive international experience, aiming to strengthen the goalkeeping position and support the first team's ambitions in domestic and continental competitions.
Immediate Integration into Pre-Season Training
The sources confirmed that Al-Owais will immediately join the club's pre-season training camp, which will be held abroad starting July 15. This camp is part of the team's preparations for the new Saudi Pro League season.
Roster Changes and Restructuring
Al-Hilal's move on the goalkeeping position follows the club's announcement that the contract of young goalkeeper Ahmed Abu Rasain will not be renewed. Additionally, ongoing rumors suggest the club administration desires to release French goalkeeper Mathieu Patouillet. These steps aim to renew the team, restructure technical aspects, and adjust the foreign player roster. The changes come after recent administrative and technical shifts, including the appointment of English national Simon Francis as the club's technical director to oversee the sport restructuring process.
