Roma sign Abdulhamid from Al-Hilal
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FILE PHOTO: Soccer Football - King Cup - Semi Final - Al Ittihad v Al Hilal - King Abdullah Sports City, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia - April 30, 2024 Al Hilal's Saud Abdulhamid celebrates after the match REUTERS/Stringer/File Photo
AS Roma have signed defender Saud Abdulhamid from Saudi Pro League Champions Al-Hilal, the Serie A club announced on Tuesday.
Italian media reported the deal for the 25-year-old defender was worth 3 million euros ($3.35 million).
"Roma is pleased to announce the signing of Saud Abdulhamid on a permanent deal from Al Hilal," the club said in a statement.
The Saudi International was a key player for Jorge Jesus's side last season, netting four times and providing nine assists in all competitions to help Al-Hilal win a domestic treble.
Manchester City's Portugal defender Joao Cancelo joined Al-Hilal to replace Abdulhamid, who will by the first Saudi player to compete in Serie A. REUTERS
