Ali Youssef is a 26-year-old Tunisian international on loan at Mjällby AIF from Apollon Limassol. A permanent move for him is unlikely, primarily due to financial reasons. Mjällby's sporting director, Hasse Larsson, has publicly stated that the club cannot afford the salary Youssef receives from Apollon Limassol. Despite positive evaluations of his performances, a permanent transfer is seen as particularly complicated. Other Swedish clubs are thought to be interested in the attacker, and these reportedly include Malmö FF and IFK Göteborg. Youssef's parent club may also consider a new destination for him if suitable conditions are met. The forward has earned five caps for Tunisia. His contract with Apollon Limassol is set to expire on December 31, 2026, and his current market value is €450k, according to Transfermarkt.