Footy-Africa reported that Paul Onuachu is expected to leave Trabzonspor this summer and that the Turkish club refused a 20 million euro offer from Al Ahli SC. The same source stated that the striker is not requesting to leave but would be prepared to depart if an offer is made that matches the club's expectations. It is also reported that Al Ahli, a Saudi club, is expected to return with an improved offer for Paul Onuachu.

Al Ahli is preparing to sign 31-year-old Nigerian international Paul Onuachu as a potential replacement for Ivan Toney, who is likely to depart. It is reported that the Saudi club would offer the striker an annual salary of 8 million euros, which is four times his current earnings in Turkey. The transfer fee is estimated to be around 10 million euros. Onuachu joined Trabzonspor in July 2025, and his contract with the club expires in the summer of 2028. His value on Transfermarkt is listed at 6 million euros. The striker has scored 18 goals and provided 2 assists in 21 Süper Lig appearances this season, and has 31 caps and 4 goals for Nigeria.