Big move from Qatar! Al Sadd targets star ex-Real Madrid defender

Al Sadd is ready to make a major splash in the Middle Eastern transfer market.

Details: According to insider Sacha Tavolieri, Qatari side Al Sadd is making a serious push to convince former Real Madrid defender David Alaba to join their ranks. The club's management believes the Austrian star's experience could significantly reinforce their back line.

Previously, Al Sadd was on the verge of signing Moroccan defender Nayef Aguerd, but the move fell through at the last moment. The stumbling block was the need to free up a foreign player slot on the team roster to register the new signing.

Real Sociedad quickly seized the opportunity, beating the Qatari club to the punch and securing Aguerd's signature.

Now, Al Sadd is forced to explore alternative options on the market, with David Alaba emerging as one of their top priorities.

It's worth noting that the 34-year-old Austrian defender left Real Madrid in the summer of 2026 and is currently a free agent. According to Transfermarkt, the player's market value stands at €3 million.

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