Hakim Ziyech had been strongly linked with a move to Al Arabi, but the Qatari club has now signed Rodri Sánchez instead. Ziyech was reportedly open to leaving Galatasaray as he is not assured a starting place and had removed all posts related to the Turkish club on Instagram. However, he is now expected to stay at Galatasaray until at least January. If he does not get the desired playing time, he is likely to push for a transfer in the winter.

Foot Mercato reported that Al Arabi from Qatar has started negotiations with Galatasaray to sign Hakim Ziyech. Ziyech has also been in talks with other clubs from Qatar, but Al Arabi is currently leading the transfer race. Significant progress has been made, and discussions are ongoing.