Al-Shabab still holds an interest in Al-Ittihad’s Fabinho. Cost makes a permanent transfer difficult, but a loan is not ruled out with Ittihad covering a big portion of the wage.
Ittihad are looking to offload a foreigner to free up space in case they bid for a new big name.
Focus remains on Porto’s Rodrigo Mora for now as Ittihad have space to bring in an Under-21 signing.
Deal never off, despite reports. Ittihad working on a new offer.