In the summer, West Ham United and the Saudi clubs Al Ahli and Al Nassr showed interest in Palacios.

Fanatik reports on the interest of Al Ahli and Fenerbahçe in Exequiel Palacios, a 26-year-old Argentine central midfielder. Al Ahli is interested in Exequiel Palacios, who is also being pursued by Fenerbahçe. The Saudi Arabian club is expected to make an official move soon. Bayer Leverkusen is reportedly expecting a fee of around 45 million euros. The player's contract with the German club runs until June 30, 2028, and his market value is estimated by Transfermarkt to be €40.00m.