Crystal Palace had interest in Mohamed Kader Meïté, and both Manchester United and Arsenal made inquiries about the 18-year-old Ivorian centre-forward's situation. Intermediaries attempted to gauge market interest for the Ivory Coast U23 international, who was said to be open to a move back to European football. However, Al Hilal stopped any potential transfer, believing it was too early to let go of the player they had signed on February 1, 2026.