Malcom de Oliveira has fuelled speculation about his future at Al Hilal after saying that “ingratitude” is the thing that bothers him most, with his departure from the Saudi club and a move to Al Jazira now reportedly closer than ever.
The Brazilian winger’s comments came as indications increased that he has reached an agreement to leave Al Hilal. The proposed move would pave the way for him to sign a contract with Al Jazira and begin a new chapter with the club, which has recently gained promotion to the Roshn Saudi League.
Malcom appeared in a video circulating on X, where he was asked about the issues that troubled him most. He replied: “What annoys me most is ingratitude.”
The remark immediately prompted speculation about who the 28-year-old was referring to. It was made at a particularly sensitive moment, with his time at Al Hilal appearing to be nearing its conclusion.
Some followers have linked the statement to the way Al Hilal’s management dealt with Malcom during negotiations over his departure. However, the player did not identify a person or organisation in the video, leaving the meaning of his comments open to interpretation.
Malcom has been an important attacking player for Al Hilal since joining the club and produced a series of impressive performances during his time in the team’s colours. His contribution in the final third has made the prospect of him leaving in such circumstances a major talking point among supporters and observers.
The Brazil international has established himself as one of the notable members of Al Hilal’s recent line-ups, making his potential exit more significant than a routine change to the squad. His expected transfer comes as the club considers restructuring its foreign-player list and creating space for new attacking signings.
Al Jazira, known as “Fakhr Abu Dhabi”, is expected to be Malcom’s next destination. The move would keep him in the Roshn Saudi League while offering him a different challenge, should the outstanding formalities be completed.
Malcom is now waiting for the official announcement of the transfer. That confirmation would bring an end to one of the most closely watched stories of the current transfer window and formally close his spell with Al Hilal.
For now, it is the word “ingratitude” that continues to dominate the discussion around his future. The phrase has been interpreted as an indirect expression of his feelings about the final stage of his relationship with Al Hilal, although no further explanation has been provided by the player.
