“The future of Gallardo and Benzema was decided and fiery decisions were announced.” Louay Nazer, officially president of the federation

Al-Ittihad Saudi Club announced, this evening, Thursday, that Louay Nazer won the presidency of the board of directors of the “non-profit” company.

The General Assembly of the Al-Ittihad Club was held this evening to choose a new president for the “non-profit” company. After the departure of Anmar Al-Haili and his council, at the end of the 2023-2024 sports season.

The Federal Dean revealed in an official statement that the club’s General Assembly “recommended” Nazer as Chairman of the Board of Directors of the “non-profit” company. Because there is no competitor in the elections.

For his part, the new president of Al-Ittihad Club revealed his first decisions; This came after he officially assumed his position, Thursday evening.

Louay Nazer announced the “cancellation” of all cases filed against Al-Ittihad Club fans, stressing that a new page would be opened with everyone; Provided you do not offend anyone.

Louay Nazer’s artistic decisions after the presidency of the federation

In the technical context, Nazer confirmed in a press conference his desire to assume the presidency of the committee responsible for contracts, after seeking permission from Portuguese Domingos Suarez, the club’s CEO.

About that he says: “My powers in the federation, after winning the presidency of the (non-profit) company, will be within the governance framework, and my voice in the club has weight.“.

Nazer brought good news to the federal fans by confirming that the contracting budget this summer will be very excellent and will allow the inclusion of major international stars.

Regarding Argentine Marcelo Gallardo, the coach of the first football team at Al-Ittihad Club, Louay Nazer indicated that he will officially leave this summer, with the appointment of a new coach to replace him. As there are 3 nominated names, work is being done to terminate one of them’s contract with his club.

Nazer explained that one of the reasons for Gallardo’s expulsion was his request to dispense with French star Karim Benzema, the striker of the first football team, pointing out that this matter is impossible, because the player is one of the foundations of the sports project in the Kingdom. In confirmation of his continuation with Al-Ameed Castle.

It is worth noting that the past few days have witnessed conflicting opinions within Al-Ittihad Club. Regarding the dismissal of Gallardo, or giving him a new opportunity, in the next sports season 2024-2025.