Al-Akhdoud officially signs Khalid Al-Lazam, the top local scorer in the Yellow League
Al-Akhdoud FC officially announced the successful completion of the signing of talented striker Khaled Al-Lazam (26 years old) from Al-Batin FC on a permanent transfer. Al-Akhdoud purchased the remainder of the player's contract with his former club, securing him a new two-and-a-half-year deal with the club. This transfer is considered one of the most significant moves of the winter transfer window in Saudi Arabia.
This swift and decisive move by Al-Akhdoud's management comes as part of their ongoing efforts to bolster the first team's ranks with outstanding local players capable of providing the desired technical contribution during the current season and future seasons. The club's technical staff views Al-Lazzam as a strategic option to strengthen the attacking line, especially given the fierce competition in Saudi leagues and the pressing need for players with a high scoring instinct.
Khaled Al-Lazam is enjoying a brilliant period in his football career, having attracted considerable attention during the Yellow League's first division professional clubs this season. He currently tops the league's "local goalscorer" list with nine goals, a testament to his impressive finishing. The player bid farewell to Al-Batin fans in the best possible way, scoring a hat-trick in his final match against Al-Jubail, confirming his readiness, both technically and physically, for the next challenge.
Within the broader context of the Saudi transfer market, this deal holds particular significance given the scarcity of prolific local strikers. Securing the services of a player with a proven goal-scoring record is a major acquisition for Al-Akhdoud. This move underscores the continued pursuit by clubs of emerging and promising talents in the Yellow League, which has become a vital source of players for clubs across all divisions. Past experiences have demonstrated the success of numerous players who transitioned from the First Division to deliver impressive performances in more challenging leagues.
For its part, Al-Batin Club issued an official statement through its media center, confirming its acceptance of the offer and the transfer of the player, expressing its sincere thanks to Khaled Al-Lazam for all the effort, dedication and sacrifices he made during his time representing the Sky Blues, and wishing him success in his new professional chapter with Al-Akhdoud Club.
