Rúben Neves, the Portuguese midfielder who has recently joined Al Hilal from Manchester United, is set to make his debut for the club in their opening Saudi Professional League match against Al Nassr on Wednesday.
The 22-year-old has been heavily linked with a move to Al Hilal since the summer transfer window opened and his arrival has caused excitement among fans of the club.
Neves is known for his technical skills and ability to create chances for his teammates,Campeonato Brasileiro Action and he will be hoping to add to the success of the team under new manager Nasser Al Thumaisi.
He is also expected to provide competition for the position of central midfield for the likes of Saad Al-Dawla and Khalid Al-Saleh, who have both impressed during the pre-season campaign.
Despite being a young player, Neves has already shown that he can compete at the highest level and has been praised by his former coaches and teammates for his work rate and commitment to the game.
His arrival is likely to be a boost for the team's attacking play and will be keenly watched by fans of the club as they look forward to the start of the season.