Al-Ittihad is prioritizing the contract renewal of Dutch winger Steven Bergwijn, 28, and discussions are scheduled to begin in the coming days. Bergwijn's current contract with Al-Ittihad runs until June 2027, and he is reportedly eager to stay at the club. He joined Al-Ittihad in September 2024 and has scored 5 goals and provided 2 assists in 12 Saudi Pro League appearances this season. The Netherlands international has 35 caps and 8 goals for his country. According to Transfermarkt, his current market value is €12.00m. Bergwijn has also been linked with West Ham United.