Moroccan midfielder Náil El Aynaoui, who plays for Roma, has attracted interest from several Saudi Pro League clubs, with potential moves being considered during the final days of the current summer transfer window.
According to Italian newspaper *La Repubblica*, a number of Saudi clubs are monitoring El Aynaoui’s situation as they consider making an approach for the midfielder. However, no official negotiations have taken place with Roma so far.
The Italian club is reportedly holding firm on its financial demands for the player, setting a minimum asking price of €35 million to approve his departure during the current transfer window.
Despite the interest from Saudi Arabia, Roma have not received an official offer yet, while the identities of the Saudi clubs monitoring El Aynaoui have not been revealed.
The player’s contract with Roma runs until the summer of 2030, giving the Italian side a strong negotiating position, particularly as the club has no pressing need to sell unless a suitable offer arrives.
El Aynaoui joined Roma in the summer of 2025 from French club Lens in a deal worth around €25 million, beginning a new chapter in his career in Italian football.
With the summer transfer window approaching its closing date, the Moroccan midfielder’s future could ultimately depend on whether one of the interested Saudi clubs makes a formal approach and is prepared to meet, or come close to, Roma’s asking price.