SPL Best Young Talent Award

This award is given to the most outstanding player in the Roshn Saudi League born in 2002 or later.

To be eligible, a player must have participated in at least eight league matches during the 2024-25 season, regardless of playing position. Eligibility for this award is exclusive to Saudi players and players born in the Kingdom.

The nominees

Mohammed Abu Al Shamat

The 22-year-old right-back enjoyed a breakthrough season at Al Qadsiah, establishing himself as one of the brightest young talents in the Roshn Saudi League.

Defensively, he contributed to the Khobar-based side’s status as the division’s meanest defence with only 29 goals conceded. Abu Al Shamat was equally impressive going forward, contributing six assists and a goal - in the Eastern Derby against Al Ettifaq - as well as creating 38 chances.

Musab Al Juwayr

After starting the season at Al Hilal where he made two appearances, Al Juwayr was loaned out to neighbours Al Shabab.

It is across Riyadh that he proved an inspired signing, winning six consecutive SPL Young Player of the Month awards, while scoring five and assisting 10 times in 29 further games in the black and white jersey.

The 21-year-old ranks second in the league for chances created from open play (65) and third in passes into the final third (303), embodying the spirit of a classic No.10.

Saleh Abu Al Shamat

Mohammed’s twin brother Saleh has been just as impressive this season, starring in midfield for Giorgos Donis’ Al Khaleej, where he made 29 appearances, contributing 28 chances created and registering five assists.

He also displayed his ability to carry the ball forward, with 37 successful take-ons.

Hammam Al Hammami

Another loanee who proved his worth this season is 21-year-old winger Al Hammami. Joining Al Kholood in their inaugural season in the top division on loan from Al Ittihad, he contributed four goals and two assists in their successful bid to stay in the RSL.

A capable dribbler with the ball at his feet, Al Hammami ranks third in the league for take-ons in the opposition half (139), third for drives into the opposition penalty area (15) and sixth for dribbles completed (71).

Suhayb Al Zaid

Rounding off a trio of loanees on this list, the 20-year-old was one of the key figures in Al Fateh’s fairytale escape from relegation in the second half of the season.

Al Zaid made 28 appearances for the Al Ahsa club, contributing across the phases of play with 751 successful passes, 27 tackles and 16 chances created - the latter producing three assists.