Al-Nassr risk losing Nawaf Al-Aqidi as Al-Ahli monitor contract situation

Al-Nassr goalkeeper Nawaf Al-Aqidi could leave the club in the coming months, with the Saudi Arabia international nearing the free period of his contract and no clear indication yet that the club is preparing to extend his stay.

According to Asharq Al-Awsat, Al-Nassr have not made an official renewal offer to the 26-year-old goalkeeper, despite January approaching. Under the regulations governing player contracts, Al-Aqidi will be able to enter the free period then and negotiate with other clubs.

Al-Ahli are understood to be monitoring the situation closely. The club are hoping to take advantage of Al-Aqidi becoming eligible to speak directly to other teams, with a view to signing him on a free transfer once the rules allow such negotiations.

The uncertainty leaves Al-Nassr facing an important decision over the goalkeeper’s future. If they want to retain Al-Aqidi, the club will need to clarify their position and open talks over a new agreement. Any delay could give Al-Ahli the opportunity to secure his services without having to negotiate a transfer fee with the Riyadh club.

Al-Aqidi has made 56 appearances for Al-Nassr during his career, keeping 16 clean sheets and conceding 62 goals. Those figures have helped maintain his status as one of the players attracting attention in the Saudi transfer market.

The goalkeeper’s approaching free period is therefore expected to make the next few weeks significant. Al-Nassr may still begin negotiations to renew his contract, but Al-Ahli remain ready to pursue a deal if the current situation continues and Al-Aqidi becomes available without a transfer fee.