Ezgjan Alioski’s first season following his departure from Leeds United did not go to plan as Al-Ahli were relegated from the Saudi Arabia Pro League. Al-Ahli finished 15th in the 16-team division, one point adrift of safety but only five behind sixth-placed Al-Ta’ee, showing just how evenly matched the league was.
Alioski ended his four-year stay at Elland Road last summer after turning down the option to sign a new deal with the Whites. He instead decided to make the move to Saudi Arabia, though relegation to the second tier will not be what he had in mind.
The 30-year-old had a strong season on a personal level as he netted six goals and provided nine assists in 28 appearances. For that reason, it is difficult to see Alioski wanting to drop down to the Saudi First Division League (second tier), particularly as he enters the final few years of his career.
