Belgian left-back Matteo Dams, 21, may leave Al Ahli on loan this winter. According to several media, Dams has been removed from the players list in Saudi Arabia, a report his management did not confirm. According to sources close to him, Dams is set to be loaned out. If a loan does not materialize, he would return to the match selection. Clubs in the involved competitions have not reached a deal for Dams. Dams earns three million euros net per year and has a contract in the Middle East until mid-2029. Panathinaikos has been linked with a move for the defender. He has made 3 appearances in the Saudi Pro League this season. The Belgium U21 international has a current market value of €4.00m, according to Transfermarkt. Al-Ahli reportedly paid €9 million for him in January 2025.