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United Arab EmiratesUnited Arab EmiratesFounded 1970
Nemanja Maksimovic
Nemanja Maksimovic
Aug 17, 2025
€5,000,000
PanathinaikosPanathinaikos
Shabab Al Ahli DubaiShabab Al Ahli Dubai
Kaiky
Kaiky
Jul 25, 2025
Free
AlmeríaAlmería
Shabab Al Ahli DubaiShabab Al Ahli Dubai
Sebastián González
Free
TBCTBC
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Sardar Azmoun
Sardar Azmoun
Jul 28, 2024
€5,000,000
Bayer 04 LeverkusenBayer 04 Leverkusen
Shabab Al Ahli DubaiShabab Al Ahli Dubai
Saeed Ezatolahi
Saeed Ezatolahi
Feb 20, 2024
Free
Vejle BoldklubVejle Boldklub
Shabab Al Ahli DubaiShabab Al Ahli Dubai
Jason Denayer
Jason Denayer
Sep 28, 2022
Free
Olympique LyonnaisOlympique Lyonnais
Shabab Al Ahli DubaiShabab Al Ahli Dubai
Thomas Lehne Olsen
Thomas Lehne Olsen
Jan 01, 2022
€500,000
LillestrømLillestrøm
Shabab Al Ahli DubaiShabab Al Ahli Dubai
Federico Cartabia
Federico Cartabia
Jan 01, 2022
Free
TBCTBC
Shabab Al Ahli DubaiShabab Al Ahli Dubai

Transfer Analysis

A comprehensive look at Shabab Al Ahli Dubai's transfer activity over the past decade.

Transfer Activity

How active has Shabab Al Ahli Dubai been in the transfer market over the past decade?

Shabab Al Ahli Dubai has been relatively quiet in the transfer market, completing 10 transfers over the past 5 seasons. This includes 8 incoming moves and 2 departures. The most active season was 2024/25 with 4 transactions, while 2022/23 saw just 1.

Transfer Spending

A breakdown of investment and sales revenue across each season.

Over the past decade, Shabab Al Ahli Dubai has invested a total of €10.5M in incoming transfers while recouping €0 from player sales. This results in a net spend of €10.5M, making the club a modest net spender. The club's biggest spending season was 2024/25 with €5.0M invested.

Transfer Window Patterns

When does Shabab Al Ahli Dubai prefer to do their business?

Shabab Al Ahli Dubai is conducting almost all business in summer. The summer window accounts for 80% of all transfer activity (8 moves), compared to 20% in January (2 moves). Summer spending totals €10.0M vs €500K in winter windows.

Net Spend Evolution

Tracking the balance between investment and sales over time.

The cumulative net spend chart tracks Shabab Al Ahli Dubai's overall market position over time. Values above zero indicate net profit (more sold than spent), while values below represent net investment. Currently, the club sits at a cumulative spend of €10.5M. Consistent investment has seen the net spend grow steadily.

Positions Targeted

Which areas of the squad has Shabab Al Ahli Dubai invested in?

Shabab Al Ahli Dubai's recruitment has been with a clear emphasis on midfielder signings, with Midfielders representing 38% of incoming transfers (3 signings). Attacker arrivals account for another 38% (3 players).

Positions Sold From

Where has Shabab Al Ahli Dubai seen the most outgoing activity?

The club has seen most departures from Defender positions (100%, 2 players). While recruitment has focused on midfielders, departures have predominantly been defenders, indicating a deliberate shift in squad composition.

Biggest Signings

The most expensive players to arrive at Shabab Al Ahli Dubai.

The most significant investment was Nemanja Maksimovic for €5.0M, arriving from Panathinaikos in 2025. Sardar Azmoun (€5.0M) and Thomas Lehne Olsen (€500K) complete the top three. The total spent on these top signings represents 100% of all incoming transfer fees.

Fee Breakdown

How does Shabab Al Ahli Dubai's spending distribute across price brackets?

The majority of Shabab Al Ahli Dubai's incoming business (63%) has been Free transfers. This suggests a cost-conscious approach, maximising value from free transfers.

Signing Age Profile

What age groups has Shabab Al Ahli Dubai targeted in recruitment?

Shabab Al Ahli Dubai has focused on 26-29 signings, with 50% of arrivals in this age bracket. Only 25% of signings were 30 or older. This indicates a willingness to sign experienced players for immediate impact.

Free Transfers

How much value has Shabab Al Ahli Dubai found in the free agent market?

Free transfers have accounted for 63% of incoming moves over the past decade. Notable free signings include Kaiky, Sebastián González, Saeed Ezatolahi. In total, Shabab Al Ahli Dubai has brought in 5 players without a transfer fee.

Loan Movements

How has Shabab Al Ahli Dubai utilized the loan market?

Shabab Al Ahli Dubai has utilized the loan market extensively, bringing in temporary reinforcements, sending out 2 players and bringing in 7 on temporary deals over the decade. The most loan activity came in 2024/25 with 4 moves.