Al Hilal striker Kader Meite attracts interest from Atletico Madrid and Premier League clubs

Atletico de Madrid have identified Al Hilal striker Kader Meite as a possible replacement for Alexander Sørloth, whose future at the Spanish club remains uncertain during the current summer transfer window.

The French forward has emerged as a transfer target for Atletico, who are monitoring his situation closely as they consider ways to strengthen their attack. The club could make a move in the coming days if Sørloth’s position at the Metropolitano remains unresolved.

According to Italian journalist Rudy Galetti, Meite is regarded as one of the options being considered by Atletico as they assess their attacking priorities. The Spanish side’s interest comes after Al Hilal allowed Darwin Nunez to leave during the current transfer window, with the Uruguay international joining Al-Diriyah on loan.

Meite’s potential departure is not being considered only in Spain. Several Premier League clubs are also following the striker, amid growing speculation that he could leave Al Hilal and seek a new challenge outside the Saudi Pro League.

His future remains open, with a move this summer considered a realistic possibility. A number of clubs are understood to be interested in securing his services, increasing the prospect of the 2026-27 campaign taking him to European football.

Interest from Atletico and English clubs could give Meite the opportunity to begin another spell in Europe. The level of attention surrounding him means the coming days may prove decisive in determining whether he stays with Al Hilal or accepts an offer from abroad.

For Al Hilal, the situation will depend on the proposals that arrive before the transfer window closes and on the player’s own decision. Meite has consequently become one of the names attracting increasing attention in the transfer market, with interest now developing from both Spain and England.

The uncertainty comes as Saudi football continues to prepare for the next stage of its domestic calendar. Three rounds of the Roshn Saudi League have been rescheduled, while new dates have also been set for the King’s Cup and the Saudi Super Cup.

The developments around Meite are also being discussed by supporters through the Kooora forums, where readers can debate the latest transfer news in greater depth.

Al Hilal supporters will now wait to see whether Atletico turn their interest into a formal approach, whether Premier League clubs make offers and whether Sørloth’s future prompts the Spanish club to act. For the moment, Meite remains with the Saudi club, but his name is increasingly prominent in the summer transfer market.