Overview

• The Saudi Pro League club confirmed the Portuguese manager’s arrival and a contract running until 2027.
• He takes over following Laurent Blanc’s dismissal, with Hassan Khalifa having served as interim coach.
• Al-Ittihad currently sit third in the league, trailing Al-Nassr and Al-Qadisiyya.
• Conceição inherits a high-profile squad that includes Karim Benzema and N’Golo Kanté.
• His most recent job at AC Milan ended with a contract rescission after winning the Supercoppa Italiana.