Khaberni - Saudi football is experiencing an unprecedented economic boom that has placed it among the most spending leagues globally. With the onset of the current 2025–2026 season, the numbers reveal the immense investment top clubs (Al Hilal, Al Nassr, Al Ahli, and Al Ittihad) have injected to strengthen their competitive power locally and continentally.
"The Billion Euro Mercato" Ignites the Struggle Among Top Clubs
In just three seasons, the total expenditure of "The Big Four" surpassed the 1.7 billion euros mark. This enormous figure doesn't just reflect a desire to bring in stars but embodies a comprehensive strategy to turn the Saudi League into a top global destination, and raise the market value of the tournament in line with the Kingdom's sports vision.
Spending Stock Exchange: Al Hilal Stands Out from the Pack
AlHilal tops the spending list, affirming its desire to maintain its Asian and local lead, while Al Nassr takes the second spot, continuing to strengthen its squad with significant global names.
Here are the rankings of the four clubs according to spending over the last three seasons:
AlHilal (624 million euros)
Al Nassr (409 million euros)
Al Ahli (381 million euros)
Al Ittihad (334 million euros)
