The Saudi Arabian Football Federation (Safa) has announced that it has signed a contract with Saudi club Al Hilal to help them prepare for the upcoming season.

The contract is worth $1 million and will see Rúben Neves, the club's manager, assist the team in their training sessions during the coming months.

Neves, who has previously worked with Al-Hilal at other clubs, is known for his success as a coach and player. He was appointed as the club's head coach in 2018 and led them to win the Saudi Premier League title in 2019.

Under his guidance, Al-Hilal have been successful this season, winning the league title and reaching the semi-finals of the Saudi Cup. They also managed to secure a place in the quarter-finals of the AFC Champions League.

Neves is excited about the opportunity to work with Al-Hilal and hopes that he can continue to improve the squad's performance on the pitch. "It's a great honor to be working with such a talented and experienced team," he said.

In addition to his coaching duties, Neves will also be responsible for developing the youth academy and helping to develop young talent into professional players. He is confident that his experience and expertise will be valuable to the club.

Overall, Neves' appointment as the manager of Al-Hilal is a positive development for the club. With his skills and experience, he is well-positioned to lead the team to further success in the future.

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