The RC Lens seems to be about to complete the arrival of Saudi international player Saud Abdulhamid as part of the summer mercato. After a long competition with Toulouse FC for the same player, the Lens club took advantage of a blockage of Toulouse’s negotiations with the Roma to resume the initiative. The 26-year-old right side, who has run out of playing time in Rome, sees League 1 as an opportunity to flourish and regain a place as a holder. This could be a successful hit for Lens, given the player’s experience and versatility, able to occupy both the side and right piston position.

Initially, the Toulouse FC seemed to have the advantage in the race to acquire Saud Abdulhamid. However, administrative complications related to the arrival of another Brazilian player at La Roma slowed down discussions and prompted the Toulouse club to explore other tracks. The RC Lens, which maintains good relations with Roma following the sale of Neil El Aynaoui, has seized this opportunity to relaunch the negotiations. According to L’Équipe, Lens is now the club most in a position to conclude the operation.

The arrival of Saud Abdulhamid meets the expectations of the Lens technical staff, who are looking for a player capable of competing with Ruben Aguilar. Tom Pouilly, considered too inexperienced for Ligue 1, did not meet the club’s needs. The Saudi player, indisputable in Al-Hilal prior to his transfer to Italy, has a solid experience on the continental scene and an ability to maintain a constant level of performance. Its profile fits perfectly with Lens’s strategy to strengthen its workforce with experienced and versatile players.