Mukhtar Ali is a Saudi Arabian midfielder who brings technical quality and composure to the engine room for Saudi Pro League side Al Ettifaq FC. Born in 1997, the 28-year-old operates as a central or defensive midfielder, where his passing range and ability to control the tempo of a game come to the fore. Standing at 185cm, he possesses a good physical stature to go along with his technical assets. Ali's career, which included a formative period in England with Chelsea's youth setup, has equipped him with a well-rounded game suited to the demands of modern midfield play. At Al Ettifaq, he is tasked with linking defense and attack, breaking lines with his distribution, and providing defensive cover. With a market value of 700,000 euros, he is an important domestic talent in a rapidly growing league, representing the technical backbone of his team.