Al-Hilal could reportedly try to sign Inter Miami’s Lionel Messi once again after a failed move in the summer transfer window.
The Blues were heavily linked with Messi in the summer with reports confirming a sensational £435m deal being offered for his services.
However, the Argentinian opted to join the MLS and represent David Beckham’s Inter Miami instead, signing a two-year contract in the United States.
Just three months after his transfer, it seems the Barcelona legend could be on the move again due to his status with the American club.
Inter Miami have been competing for a spot in the playoffs but have failed to secure qualification and ended their season in disappointment.
Messi returned from injury and came off the bench against Cincinnati as Inter suffered a 1-0 defeat to the Eastern Conference leaders on the final matchday.
With the MLS season coming to a close, the 36-year-old is set to spend up to five months without club football action until the new campaign kicks off next year.
As a result, news broke that Saudi Arabia stepped up their interest in a potential short-term deal for the seven-time Ballon d’Or winner in January.
According to a report by SPORT, the Public Investment Fund (PIF) is prepared to offer Messi a six-year loan deal in the Middle East until the MLS restarts.
His boyhood club Barcelona are also exploring the possibility of bringing back Messi but a deal remains highly unlikely.
The Catalan side have been struggling with Financial Fair Play (FFP) rules and after hardly being able to register their players for this year’s La Liga season, Messi’s reported arrival could spell trouble for their management.
Following his Paris Saint-Germain exit, Messi has made 13 appearances in all competitions for Inter Miami, scoring 11 goals and providing five assists.