Saudi Pro League denies delays in club transfer approvals
Omar Baterjee says there are no delays in the player recruitment program, clarifying that differences relate to player evaluations, not procedures.
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Omar Baterjee, spokesperson for the Saudi Pro League, denied any delays in responses or procedures related to the player recruitment program, stressing that claims of disruption in any aspect of the program are unfounded.
Speaking at the Sports Sector Conference, Baterjee explained that current differences concern the evaluation of players targeted for contracts, not delays in procedures or responses to clubs.
Baterjee said: "There are no delays in responses or in the procedures of the recruitment program. The differences are in player evaluations. Claims of disruption in any aspect are incorrect, and no response is delayed."
Regarding clubs being allowed to sign players despite financial obligations, the Saudi Pro League spokesperson clarified that this depends on proving the club's financial status through the necessary documents and remedial plans.
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He noted that clubs are permitted to sign players if they can demonstrate, with documents and remedial plans, that there is no gap in revenues and no financial risk, provided that proof is submitted and payment schedules are backed by guarantees.
Baterjee also confirmed that the recruitment program team includes both international and Saudi experts, highlighting the members' experience in player assessment.