Al Ahli are moving for Manchester City attacker Riyad Mahrez.
The Algeria international, 32, is set to enter contract talks with the Saudis.
Transfer expert Fabrizio Romano reports: "Saudi side Al-Ahli interest in Riyad Mahrez, confirmed and concrete as they want to sign Algerian star - but Manchester City have not been approached yet at this stage.
"Man City would require a consistent fee for Mahrez, no chance to let him leave for free."
Al Ahli directors are in England today for talks with Mahrez.