A French newspaper reported that Al-Jazira club has begun monitoring midfielder Angelo Fulgini, currently on loan from French club Lens to Saudi club Al-Ittifaq, paving the way for a possible contract signing in the upcoming transfer window. L'Equipe clarified that Al-Jazira's interest comes after Fulgini's outstanding performance this season with Al-Ittifaq, where he scored three goals and provided nine key assists, making him a target for several clubs in the region. Fulgini is 29 years old and is currently on loan with an option to buy until the end of the season, while his contract with French club Lens runs until June 2027. The newspaper noted that information suggests that Al-Jazira's management has already initiated preliminary talks with Lens to explore the possibility of completing the deal, especially after the French club finalized the transfer of player Martin Satriano, which could quickly open the door to determining the future of its loaned players. Angelo Fulgini started his professional career at Lens's academy, then appeared with the first team in the 2013-2014 season before moving to Bordeaux in 2016, where he played regularly and scored several goals, establishing himself as a well-rounded midfielder. In 2018, he moved to Saint-Étienne, contributing to improving the team's results with his strong performance, key passes, and ability to link defense and attack. In 2020, Fulgini returned to Lens, where he became a key pillar in midfield, playing in numerous official Ligue 1 matches and participating in European competitions with his team, scoring and providing assists. He also represented the French national team in youth categories and played in international youth-level matches, reflecting his technical skills and ability to adapt to various tactical roles in midfield, whether in building the attack or defensive duties. Al-Jazira hopes to capitalize on the opportunity for an early contract signing before the official transfer window opens to ensure strengthening its squad before the start of the new season, as part of the club's strategy to strengthen the team and compete for local and continental titles.
