Jordan Receive Arab Cup Money, Fabinho Leaves Al Ittihad And Bezerra Dispute Explodes

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From FIFA’s delayed payment to a major Al Ittihad farewell and a transfer feud involving Shabab Al Ahli, there’s plenty happening across regional sport. Jordan have received their outstanding Arab Cup prize money after Prince Ali’s public accusation, Fabinho has officially left Al Ittihad as a free agent, and Juan Bezerra’s proposed move to Shabab Al Ahli has turned into a major dispute with Zamalek.

Jordan Receive Arab Cup Prize Money After Prince Ali Accusation

What Is It About
Jordan Football Association president Prince Ali bin Al Hussein says FIFA has finally paid the outstanding prize money owed to Jordan’s players and coaching staff for reaching the 2025 FIFA Arab Cup final. The payment came just two days after he publicly accused the organisation of “blackmail.”

Why It Matters
Prince Ali had claimed FIFA officials suggested support for Gianni Infantino’s re-election would help resolve Jordan FA issues, including the delayed payment. While thanking FIFA’s administration for releasing the funds, he stressed the money should have arrived eight months ago.

What’s Next
Prince Ali said the payment does not change his stance. He confirmed that neither he nor the Jordan Football Association will endorse or vote for Infantino in next year’s FIFA presidential election.

Fabinho Leaves Al Ittihad As Free Agent

What Is It About
Brazilian midfielder Fabinho has officially left Al Ittihad after the expiry of his three-year contract. The former Liverpool player joined the Saudi club in July 2023 for a reported £40 million and went on to make 111 appearances across three seasons.

Why It Matters
Fabinho leaves as one of Al Ittihad’s most important figures of the recent era. He captained the team during their historic 2024-25 domestic double, helping the club win both the Saudi Pro League and the King’s Cup.

What’s Next
Al Ittihad chose not to extend his contract as part of a wider squad rejuvenation plan. Fabinho is now a free agent, with reported interest from clubs in Europe, MLS and South America as he weighs up his next move.

Bezerra Transfer Dispute Explodes After Leaked Shabab Al Ahli Letter

What Is It About
A proposed move from Egypt to the UAE has turned into one of the biggest transfer disputes of the summer. Negotiations between Shabab Al Ahli and Zamalek SC escalated after an official letter demanding $6 million for Brazilian winger Juan Bezerra leaked online.

Why It Matters
The leak triggered a public fallout between the player and his club. Bezerra accused Zamalek of breaking a promise to let him leave if the right offer arrived, while Zamalek denied his claims and warned him of disciplinary action after he refused to return.

What’s Next
Zamalek have now closed the door on any transfer this summer, leaving Bezerra’s future stuck in a tense standoff. For now, the Shabab Al Ahli move is at a standstill, and the dispute has shifted from negotiations to a full public feud.

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