Theo Hernández Set to Join Al Hilal From AC Milan in €25M Move

Theo Hernández will leave AC Milan for Saudi Arabia’s Al Hilal. The French defender will sign soon, as a full agreement is reached. Milan will receive €25 million, making this a big signing for Al Hilal and a big loss for Milan’s defense.

A previous report confirmed that the transfer fee for Theo Hernández could be around €25 million plus bonuses.

WHAT HAPPENED?

After weeks of talks, Al Hilal and AC Milan agreed on Theo Hernández’s transfer. The player had a verbal agreement with Al Hilal two weeks ago, and final details were done this week. Hernández, who joined Milan from Real Madrid in 2019, will sign a three-year contract and is expected to earn €20 million per year. This ends his six-year stay at Milan, where he became a fan favorite for his strong runs and key performances.

A previous report indicated that Theo Hernández agrees to terms with Al Hilal and will earn €20 million per year.

THE IMPACT ON AC MILAN

This transfer happens after Milan’s mixed season, where they finished eighth in Serie A, underperforming expectations. Hernández was important, with 41 league appearances, 5 goals, and 7 assists. His exit leaves a hole in Milan’s defense for the new season. Milan’s first match is against Cremonese, who qualified from the Serie B last season and may cause an early upset.

According to a previous report, AC Milan finished eighth in Serie A for the 2024/25 season.

It was recently confirmed that Theo Hernández made 41 appearances, scored 5 goals, and delivered 7 assists last season for AC Milan.

WHAT’S NEXT FOR AL HILAL AND HERNÁNDEZ?

Al Hilal, led by manager Simone Inzaghi, are improving after winning the Saudi Pro League title, finishing seven points ahead of Al Nassr. Hernández brings European quality to their defense for the AFC Champions League group stage. Hernández is expected to make an instant impact as Al Hilal aim for domestic and continental glory.

Al Hilal are the last season’s Saudi Pro League champions, according to a previous report.