The head coach of French club Lens, Franck Haise, confirmed the return date of Saudi international Soud Abdulhamid to team training following his rest period after participating in the 2026 World Cup. Haise stated that the international players, led by Soud Abdulhamid, will join the collective preparations at the end of July in anticipation of the new season's kickoff. The break granted to the player came after his participation with the Saudi national team, allowing the coaching staff ample time to ensure he regains his fitness before returning to training. Soud Abdulhamid had delivered impressive performances for Lens last season, prompting the French club's management to activate the purchase option in his contract and continue relying on him. Despite interest from several clubs in the Roshan League to secure his services during the summer transfer window, the player preferred to continue his professional journey in European football. The Saudi full-back aims to keep developing with Lens, leveraging his experience in Ligue 1, hoping to achieve further successes both domestically and internationally.