Georgios Donis dismisses Saudi Arabia departure rumours

Saudi Arabia manager Georgios Donis says speculation over his future with the national team is not distracting him.

Reports have suggested the Greek coach could leave his post after the Asian Cup 2027 was postponed.

“I am not concerned by the rumours that appear from time to time about my professional future with the Saudi national team,” Donis told Al Riyadiyah.

The 56-year-old added that his priority was continuing to improve the side and concentrating on his work.

“What matters to me now is developing the team and focusing on the work,” he said. “I have enough experience to deal with what is being said about my professional future, and I will give my best to serve Saudi football.”

The Asian Cup 2027 was officially delayed by one year after Donis guided Saudi Arabia to victory in the Gulf Cup.

Saudi Arabia secured the trophy with a 2-0 win over the United Arab Emirates in the final, under the Greek manager’s leadership.

The tournament triumph was the national team’s first in 23 years and the fourth Gulf Cup title in its history.

Donis took charge of Saudi Arabia in April 2026, succeeding Frenchman Herve Renard.