Al Nassr and Mallorca are in ongoing, advanced discussions regarding the transfer of 25-year-old Portuguese defensive midfielder Samú Costa. It is reported that the player has agreed to the transfer. He turned down a formal proposal from RB Leipzig to make the move. Al Nassr identified Costa to replace Brozović, who has departed from the club. Costa joined Mallorca in August 2023, and his contract is valid until 2028. He has been capped seven times for Portugal, and his current market value is €15.00m, according to Transfermarkt. Benfica have also been linked with the player.