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The Saudi Pro League’s foreign player rule, introduced in 2023 and active since the 2024-25 season, allows clubs to register 10 non-Saudi players, with two slots reserved for under-21 talent, and field up to nine on matchdays under specific criteria. The regulation reflects a strategic pivot: balancing international star power with youth investment and long-term squad planning.