The Ministry of Sports, in cooperation with the National Center for Privatization, has announced the start of the expression of interest and qualification request phase for the acquisition of Al-Najma and Al-Akhdoud clubs. This step continues the ongoing efforts within the sports club investment and privatization project, which aims to enhance private sector participation in investing in the sports sector, in line with the national goals of Saudi Vision 2030.

This follows the announcement made last July to open the door for receiving expressions of interest from investment entities wishing to acquire any of the Saudi sports clubs.

The Ministry of Sports and the National Center for Privatization invited all local and international investors interested in applying to visit the National Center for Privatization’s website at www.ncp.gov.sa for more information on the qualification request. The deadline for submitting qualification documents is Wednesday, September 17, 2025, at 6:00 PM local time.

These steps reflect the Ministry of Sports’ commitment to achieving the goals of the sports club investment and privatization project, contributing to enhanced private sector involvement in the sports industry and the development of sports clubs through improved financial and administrative sustainability. This directly supports the growth and prosperity of sports in the Kingdom.

Al-Najma

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Al-Akhdoud

Al-Akhdoud is an ancient archaeological site in the Najran region of Saudi Arabia, believed to be the ruins of the pre-Islamic city of “Ukhdūd.” It is historically significant for its mention in the Quran and for evidence of a massacre of early Christians by a Himyarite king. The site features ancient fortifications, tombs, and inscriptions that provide insight into the South Arabian civilizations.

Saudi Vision 2030

“Saudi Vision 2030 is a strategic framework launched in 2016 by Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman to reduce Saudi Arabia’s dependence on oil and develop its public service sectors. It is not a physical place but a national transformation program with ambitious goals to build a vibrant society, a thriving economy, and an ambitious nation by the target year.”