Saudi Pro League side close to agreement with experienced Northern Irish manager.

Brendan Rodgers

Brendan Rodgers is reportedly close to finalising a deal to become the new head coach of Saudi Pro League side Al Qadsiah. The 52-year-old Northern Irishman, currently out of work since leaving Celtic in October, is travelling to Saudi Arabia as negotiations continue. The club acted swiftly after sacking Michel Gonzalez on Sunday, aiming to ensure a smooth transition ahead of the upcoming season and the January transfer window.

Rodgers’ impressive managerial resume, which includes stints at Swansea City, Leicester City, Liverpool, and two successful spells at Celtic, made him the preferred candidate. At Celtic, Rodgers won three Scottish Premiership titles, three Scottish Cups, and a League Cup, achieving a record 75.5% win rate, the highest in the club’s history. His tactical style, philosophy, and proven track record of success were key factors in Al Qadsiah’s decision.

Owned by Aramco, Saudi Arabia’s majority state-owned oil company, Al Qadsiah are also preparing to move into a new stadium next season. The club’s CEO James Bisgrove and sporting director Carlos Anton reportedly interviewed several candidates from Europe, ultimately settling on Rodgers for his combination of experience, leadership, and ability to implement a winning philosophy at the club.