Saudi giants reject €30m bid for Hadj Moussa, turn to Trincão

More than €30 million was on the table for Anis Hadj Moussa, but Feyenoord turned it down, ending the move to Al Ahli, Transfermarkt reported today at 09:18. The Saudi top club had hoped to replace Riyad Mahrez with the 24‑year‑old Algerian winger, yet the bid was dismissed.

Al Ahli quickly redirected its attention to Portuguese winger Francisco Trincão, a 26‑year‑old who is set to arrive from Sporting Portugal for roughly €45 million. This shift follows the rejected offer and signals the Saudi side’s continued pursuit of high‑profile talent.

Feyenoord Transfermarkt notes that interest in Hadj Moussa remains strong, anticipating a proposal from another financially robust club in the near future. The Dutch side still needs to sell a player and secure a significant deal.

According to on Monday, Al Hilal, another Saudi powerhouse, offered more than €30 million for the Algerian forward. Technical director Dévy Rigaux deemed the amount insufficient, keeping the door closed despite the club’s willingness to spend.

Rigaux could have secured a massive financial boost had he negotiated with Al‑Hilal over Moussa, but he chose to reject the offer, leaving the Saudi club to look elsewhere. The episode highlights the premium clubs are placing on emerging talent.

The broader market context shows clubs across Europe and the Middle East ready to invest heavily, with €45 million earmarked for Trincão and over €30 million proposed for Moussa, underscoring intense competition for promising forwards.