Yassine Bounou faces an uncertain path to recovery as Al-Hilal prepare for their Saudi Roshn League encounter with Al-Taawoun on Saturday in Buraidah. The Moroccan goalkeeper's participation hangs in the balance following a hamstring complaint sustained during Monday's defeat to Neom, where the Saudi leaders slumped to a 2-0 loss at Kingdom Arena.
Bounou's situation remains fluid after undergoing treatment sessions on Wednesday. Club officials will make a final decision during the team's last training session before travelling to Al-Qassim, leaving his availability genuinely uncertain. Mohammed Al-Owais stepped in as deputy keeper against Neom but could not prevent the damaging defeat that punctured Al-Hilal's recent momentum in the league.
Summerville Returns to Bolster Attack
Contrasting sharply with Bounou's injury concerns, Dutch winger Crysencio Summerville has recovered from his muscular injury and will be available for selection. The attacker's problem proved minor enough to clear him for immediate return, providing a significant boost to Al-Hilal's offensive options against a resurgent Al-Taawoun side.
Al-Hilal currently sit atop the Saudi League standings with 15 points from six matches, holding a narrow advantage over second-placed Al-Nassr and third-placed Al-Qadsiah on goal difference. The seventh-round fixture presents an opportunity to reassert dominance after the unexpected stumble against Neom and extend their unbeaten run. Saturday's clash in Buraidah will test both their defensive solidity and attacking prowess as the title race intensifies.
