Josh Brownhill leaves Burnley to join Al Shabab in Saudi Pro League move

Al-Shabab in the Saudi Pro League has signed Josh Brownhill. The agreement was finalized on 11 September. The 29-year-old midfielder departed Burnley following five years at Turf Moor. Last year, he was captain and netted 18 goals in the Championship. His goals helped Burnley gain promotion back to the Premier League in May 2025. Brownhill scored 32 goals overall in 211 games for Burnley. Among Premier League teams wanting him were Brentford, Wolves, West Ham, and Leicester City. He elected, however, Saudi Arabia.Josh Brownhill joined Burnley in January 2020 from Bristol City. He became a key player and later captain. Burnley confirmed his exit in June 2025 when his contract ended. Many clubs in England made offers during the summer. Wolves, Brentford, and Leicester City all tried to sign him.In the end, Brownhill accepted a two-year contract with Al-Shabab. The club is based in Riyadh. The team is managed by Imanol Alguacil, the former Real Sociedad boss. Brownhill will now play with Yannick Carrasco and Wesley Hoedt, who are also part of the squad.Al-Shabab lost their opening league game to Al-Khaleej by 4-1 in August 2025. The club hopes Brownhill will bring goals and leadership to the midfield.After signing, Brownhill said he felt “honoured to join Al-Shabab.” He praised the coach’s style and vision. He explained that the system and the way the team plays attracted him.He also shared that talks with the manager and Saudi officials convinced him to move. “I want to score goals and help the team win trophies,” Josh Brownhill said. He added that he had already received a warm welcome from fans and staff.Also Read: Cristiano Ronaldo’s Race To 1,000 Goals Sparks Surprise After Wesley Sneijder Reveals His Secret Request To Join Al-NassrThe move highlights the Saudi Pro League’s growing pull. More Premier League players are now making the same choice.