Mitrovic Nears Al-Hilal Exit as Birmingham City Makes €14M Move
Striker deemed expendable by Saudi club despite strong goal-scoring record
Aleksandar Mitrovic is on the verge of a surprise return to English football. Al-Hilal has officially placed the Serbian striker on its transfer list, and Championship side Birmingham City is leading the race to sign him.
Despite being one of the Saudi club’s top scorers in recent seasons, Mitrovic is no longer in Al-Hilal’s plans, as the team begins a squad overhaul ahead of the 2025/26 campaign.
Birmingham City signals €14 million offer
According to journalist John Harriott, Birmingham City has already initiated talks with the player’s agents and is preparing a €14 million (£12 million) bid. The club’s management sees the 29-year-old forward as a crucial piece in their push for promotion back to the Premier League.
The English club is reportedly “very determined” to move forward quickly with negotiations. They believe the offer is sufficient to convince Al-Hilal to release the striker this summer.
Mitrovic open to English return
Mitrovic had initially hoped for interest from Premier League sides. However, a lack of concrete offers from top-tier English clubs has led him to reconsider his options. Sources close to the player say he is now open to joining Birmingham City, viewing the move as a chance to reignite his career in England.
The former Fulham and Newcastle striker still has strong name recognition in English football, and Birmingham believes his experience and physical presence could make the difference in their Championship campaign.
Al-Hilal enters restructuring phase
The Saudi Pro League giants are undergoing major changes, with several big-name players being made available for transfer. Mitrovic, once a central figure in Al-Hilal’s attack, has been labeled expendable as the team looks to refresh its roster and reduce its wage bill.
With Birmingham City’s interest now public and a formal offer expected soon, Mitrovic’s departure from Saudi Arabia could be finalized in the coming weeks, pending agreement on personal terms.
