Al-Hilal has completed its leadership restructuring following Prince Alwaleed bin Talal's acquisition of the Saudi Arabian club. The general assembly confirmed Prince Nawaf bin Saad as chairman of the club company's board of directors, solidifying his position after his initial appointment last year. This marks the first major governance decision in Al-Waleed's ownership era.
Abdulmajeed bin Ahmed Al-Haqbani assumes the deputy chairman role, while four additional board members were named to steer the club's strategic direction. The appointments—including Yasser bin Sulaiman Al-Dawood, Nawaf bin Bandar Al-Tamyat, Adel bin Abdulaziz Al-Abdulsalam and Khaled bin Rafiq Kuraidieh—signal a fresh governance structure designed to align with Al-Waleed's vision for the Saudi Super League powerhouse.
Kingdom Holding Completes Majority Stake Acquisition
The leadership appointments follow the official completion of Kingdom Holding Company's 70% stake acquisition, finalized last week after a binding agreement signed in April. This transaction represents one of football's most significant ownership changes in the Gulf region, positioning Al-Hilal under direct stewardship of one of Saudi Arabia's most influential investors. The club, which has won multiple Saudi league titles and Asian Champions League crowns, now enters a transformative period under fresh ownership.
The restructured board faces immediate priorities: maintaining competitive performance in the Saudi Pro League, advancing Al-Hilal's AFC Champions League ambitions, and managing squad development with significant financial resources at their disposal. Al-Hilal's institutional pedigree—bolstered by a trophy cabinet spanning domestic and continental success—provides a strong foundation for the new administration to build upon.
With governance now firmly established, Al-Hilal's leadership team must demonstrate how Al-Waleed's ownership translates into on-pitch performance and long-term competitive sustainability in Asian football's most demanding competition.
