• This deal comes after a fierce battle among several Saudi clubs

Roya has learned from reliable sources that Jordanian international forward and national team star Ali Al-Alwan has officially signed with Al-Riyadh Saudi Club during the current winter transfer window.

Contract details and departure from Al-Karma

The source confirmed to Roya that Al-Alwan signed an 18-month contract after Al-Riyadh finalized the “release clause” in his contract with Iraqi club Al-Karma, which amounts to approximately half a million dollars.

According to reports, Al-Alwan is expected to leave Iraq, where he is still committed to his current team, in the coming days and head to the Saudi capital to join his new team’s training sessions.

Arab top scorer to boost Al-Riyadh

This deal comes after a fierce battle among several Saudi clubs, including Damac, yet Al-Riyadh showed full seriousness in securing Al-Alwan’s services, especially after his outstanding performance and being crowned top scorer of the 2025 Arab Cup with six goals.

The Saudi club hopes Al-Alwan will help lift the team out of the relegation zone, as they currently sit 16th with 9 points.

Global destination to prepare for the World Cup Al-Alwan’s move to the Roshn Saudi League is a key strategic step in his career, as Jordanian national team stars recently prefer destinations offering high-level competition and schedules aligned with their historic preparations for the 2026 World Cup.