Al-Nassr Abandons Hancko Transfer After Deal Was Signed, Leaving Feyenoord Furious
In a stunning turn of events, Al-Nassr has pulled out of the signing of Dávid Hancko after the deal had already been finalized. The Saudi club’s abrupt decision has triggered outrage at Feyenoord, who expected the biggest sale in their history.
Transfer Collapses After Farewell and Signed Documents
According to ESPN Netherlands, Hancko had already said goodbye to his Feyenoord teammates, traveled to Saudi Arabia, and even trained with Al-Nassr. All contractual documents had reportedly been signed, and the transfer was considered complete.
However, without warning or public explanation, Al-Nassr backed out of the move, leaving both player and club stunned. Feyenoord’s management did not hold back, calling the episode “scandalous.”
“It’s truly outrageous how a club thinks it can treat a player this way. We’ve never seen it before,” said a Feyenoord spokesperson.
Internal Issues at Al-Nassr Blamed for Collapse
The 27-year-old Slovakian defender had been a top target for Al-Nassr for months, but internal shifts in the club’s hierarchy had delayed the final agreement. Once those issues were resolved, the transfer was pushed forward only to be suddenly reversed at the last moment.Hancko had completed medical evaluations, started training with his new teammates, and was preparing for his unveiling. The unexpected decision left him in limbo, and he is now set to return to Feyenoord.
