Al-Ahli secure Roshn Saudi League defender Saeed Baattiah from Al-Fateh

Al-Ahli have completed the signing of Saeed Baattiah from Al-Fateh on a three-season contract, making the defender their final defensive addition of the summer transfer window.

The move is part of Al-Ahli’s efforts to strengthen their squad ahead of the challenges to come and give the coaching staff more options. The Saudi club, known by the nickname Al-Raqi, officially confirmed the agreement without disclosing financial details.

Baattiah arrives with significant recent experience in the Roshn Saudi League. He played 31 matches for Al-Fateh last season, starting 29 of those games, and impressed with his performances in both defensive and physical aspects of the game.

Those displays attracted Al-Ahli’s attention and convinced the club to complete a deal for the player. His arrival is intended to add greater depth to the defensive department as Al-Ahli prepare for the next stage of the campaign.

In a message welcoming their new signing, Al-Ahli wished Baattiah success during his time with the club. The club also expressed hope that he would make the expected contribution, work effectively alongside his team-mates and help deliver the objectives set for the coming period.

Baattiah said he was delighted to have completed his move and described joining Al-Ahli as an important step in his career. He added that representing one of the biggest clubs in Asia would provide him with further motivation to perform at his best.

“ سعيد جدا بانضمامي الى النادي الاهلي، احد اكبر اندية قارة اسيا من حيث الجماهيرية والتاريخ، واتطلع الى بذل كل ما لدي من اجل اسعاد جماهيره وتحقيق الانجازات”.

Translated, Baattiah said: “I am very happy to join Al-Ahli, one of the biggest clubs in Asia in terms of popularity and history. I look forward to giving everything I have to make the fans happy and achieve success.”

The transfer gives Baattiah a fresh opportunity after his spell with Al-Fateh and places him in competition for a regular starting position at Al-Ahli. His previous experience in the Roshn Saudi League is expected to help him adapt to his new surroundings as he competes for a place in the team.

For Al-Ahli, the three-year agreement reflects their intention to make Baattiah a part of the squad beyond the immediate campaign. The club will hope his defensive qualities and physical strength allow him to become a genuine addition to the group during the seasons ahead.

Baattiah’s move also brings the Saudi club’s summer recruitment activity to a close with a defensive signing, as Al-Ahli continue to build their options for the forthcoming commitments and seek to meet the expectations of their supporters.