Franck Kessie, who is currently out of contract with Al Ahli, has made statements suggesting his willingness to return to Europe. Kessie stated that being in form, at the World Cup, and a free agent makes it difficult to ask for more, and for this reason many clubs want him and are right to do so. His former club, Atalanta, is named among the interested European clubs. There are salary demands reportedly between 3 and 4 million euros per season. The decision about his future is expected after the end of the World Cup.

Franck Kessie is set to leave Saudi Arabia after three years and has communicated his wish to play in Europe again, with Atalanta and Juventus being significant possibilities. Any negotiations will depend on a significant reduction in Kessie's salary demands compared to the wages he was paid at Al Ahli. The midfielder's contract with Al-Ahli expires at the end of June 2026, making him available on a free transfer.