Al-Ittihad transfer targets summer 2024: Big Premier League names on the list

After last-season's spectacular summer when it comes to transfers and signing Ballon d’Or winner Karim Benzema, Kante, and Fabinho, among others, Al Ittihad are prepared to splash the cash on more reputable names this summer too.

Granted, these transfers didn't help them retain their title in the league. In fact, they were fifth in the league and even missed out on the AFC Champions League spot.

However, that won't stop Al Ittihad from chasing big names again. So, let's take a closer look at some of Al Ittihad's top transfer targets at the moment.

Al Ittihad transfer targets – latest rumours

After poor showing last season in the Saudi Pro League, Al Ittihad plan to go hard at improving their squad and they've already signed a few players. Meanwhile, they still have a few other popular players on their shopping list, so let's check them out:

*Fees based on Transfermarkt's current valuations. Subject to change.

Mohamed Salah

Even before the summer transfer window has started, the Egyptian winger has drawn Al Ittihad's interest. However, they haven't been able to strike a deal yet and it seems unlikely that we will see Salah move to Saudi Arabia at this time.

However, things can quickly change and we know for certain that money is no problem for Al Ittihad, even if Salah's current market value is €55.00m, which could mean a record-high fee for a Saudi Arabian club, depending on what Liverpool are willing to accept for their winger.

Kevin De Bruyne

Another massive name on Al Ittihad's list is Kevin De Bruyne, but like in case of Salah, there isn't enough traction here to make us believe in this transfer. The Saudi team have been interested in the Belgian midfilder for a while, but things have recently gone a bit quiet.

In any case, Al Ittihad would have to bid somewhere in the region of €50.00m to pry De Bruyne away from Man City, at least according to his estimated market value.

Ederson

One of the main areas where Al Ittihad are looking to improve is at the goalkeeper position and the top target for the Saudi team at the moment is Ederson, who is keen on a move to Saudi Arabia. After all, he previously already agreed terms with Al Nassr, but that deal collapsed in the end.

The experienced Brazilian comes with an estimated market value of €35.00m and is certainly the most reputable goalkeeper that Al Ittihad are looking at. According to some rumours, Man City might be willing to let Ederson go for the right price, but as of now, it seems that the two teams aren't able to agree on the terms.

Kepa Arrizabalaga

Compared to Ederson, the Spanish goalkeeper would be a more sensible option for Al Ittihad given that he's current market value is around €12.00m and he would still be a significant upgrade at the position.

The Spaniard will likely be leaving Chelsea this season anyway, but according to some reports, he might be going back to Real Madrid, if Andrey Lunin leaves the Spanish champions.

Ademola Lookman

The English-born Nigerian international is one of the main transfer targets for Al Ittihad and according to some rumours, the Saudi team have already sent an official bid of around €30.00m.

The winger is reportedly interested in the move, but Atalanta are seemingly asking for a bigger fee, which is in line with Lookman's estimated market value of around €40.00m.

Predrag Rajkovic

Another goalkeeper on Al Ittihad's wish list is the Serbian international Predrag Rajkovic. As things stand right now, Rajkovic is the most likely player to fill in this crucial position, ahead of Ederson and Arrizabalaga.

According to certain sources, Mallorca and Al Ittihad are very close to a deal, but we don't know yet how big the transfer fee will be. Rajkovic currently has an estimated market value of €30.00m.