Islam Slimani, a 37-year-old Algerian centre-forward, is a free agent since his contract with CFR Cluj was terminated by mutual agreement in mid-April. He has received an official offer from Al Sadd SC. According to information from sources close to the player, this is one of two concrete official offers Slimani has received this summer, with the other coming from Bali United FC.
Al Sadd was the first club to make significant progress on this matter, with the club's management quickly opening discussions with the player's representatives to explore the possibility of a short-term contract. The club is particularly interested in Slimani's profile as an experienced striker who can offer physical presence and offensive leadership, especially after changes in their offensive sector following the departure of Baghdad Bounedjah. However, sources close to the player have also indicated that Slimani has not yet made a final decision and is taking time to consider the different proposals. The striker has 102 caps and 47 goals for Algeria. Transfermarkt lists his current market value as €300k.
